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downshifting, n. orig. U.S.
Brit. |ˈdaʊnˌʃɪftɪŋ|, U.S. |ˈdaʊnˌʃɪftɪŋ|, |ˈdaʊnˌʃɪfdɪŋ|
[‹ downshift v. + -ing suffix1.]
The action of downshift v.; an instance of this; spec. (orig. U.S.), the practice of changing a financially rewarding but stressful career or lifestyle for one less pressured and highly paid, but more fulfilling.
1961G. L. Bach & C. J. Huizenga in Amer. Econ. Rev. 51 60 (note) Once adjustment is made for the downshifting of maturities, the actual dollar increase in bills and certificates..is small. 1978Washington Post (Nexis) 22 Jan. l1 The downshifting will be accompanied by a more muted statement of Carter's economic goals. 1991Bicycling Feb. 102/2 These employ 2 levers per derailleur—one for upshifting, the other for downshifting. 1999New Yorker 25 Jan. 92/1 Since downshifting invariably involves significant financial sacrifices, it will always be a minority pursuit. |