Subtle Shift

Word Type: Noun Phrase

Definition

A small, gradual, or delicate change, often barely noticeable but significant over time.

Example

  • “There was a subtle shift in her attitude after the meeting.”
  • “The subtle shift in market trends is making investors more cautious.”
  • “The team noticed a subtle shift in their dynamics after the new manager arrived.”
  • “Over time, there has been a subtle shift in public opinion on the issue.”
  • “The artist’s style underwent a subtle shift that made his later works unique.”