1.
If someone ~s, they leave a job that is well-paid but stressful for a less demanding job and a more enjoyable way of life. (BRIT)
Lynda now sees many of her clients ~ing in search of a new way of living.
VERB: V
~ing
The latest lifestyle trend is ~ing.
N-UNCOUNT
~er (~ers)
Downshifters are being tempted to leave the sophisticated city and go simple.
N-COUNT
2.
If you ~ while driving, you change to a lower gear. (mainly AM; in BRIT, use change down )
He ~ed and turned the steering wheel.
VERB: V, also V to n