verschuiven /vərsxˈœyvən/ · verb · CEFR B2. Dutch translation of "shift".

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Source term
shift
Translation
verschuiven
CEFR Level
B2
Part of speech
verb
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Dictionary form verschuiven
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How to use it in a sentence
Pattern
Subject + helper/modal + verschuiven
Examples
De publieke opinie begint te veranderen over deze belangrijke kwestie.
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Example Sentences

De publieke opinie begint te veranderen over deze belangrijke kwestie.

English: Public opinion has begun to shift on this important issue.

B2 · Transformation And Construction

Ze moest de zware doos van de gang naar de keuken verplaatsen.

English: She had to shift the heavy box from the hallway to the kitchen.

B2 · Transformation And Construction

Als we ons schema iets verplaatsen, kunnen we extra training inplannen.

English: If we shift our schedule slightly, we can fit in extra training.

B2 · Transformation And Construction

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