Phrase guide
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noun
The activity of shifting to a lower gear when attempting to shift to a higher gear.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: uncountable
Topics: automotive, transport, vehicles
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noun
The activity of damaging a car through incorrectly shifting to a lower gear when a higher gear is desired
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: uncountable
Topics: automotive, transport, vehicles
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verb
present participle and gerund of money shift
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: form-of, gerund, participle, present
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History
From money + shifting. From the cost of repairs from incorrectly shifting, potentially damaging the transmission, clutch, engine, tires; by potentially over-redlining the engine, overrevving components above design limits.
From money shift + -ing.
