Phrase guide

shift the dial

verb · 1 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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verb

Meaning 1

To make a significant change or impact in a particular situation or context.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: idiomatic

Examples

  • The influential speech by the politician aimed to shift the dial on public opinion regarding climate change.

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: change the landscape

Antonyms: none provided

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Across languages

Translations

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  • Russian: переломи́ть ход собы́тий (perelomítʹ xod sobýtij) — to make a significant change