English

switch

swɪtʃ
Meaning: to change from one thing to another; to exchange
Part of Speech: Verb

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Verb inflections

Form Inflected form
Base switch
3rd person singular present switches
Present participle switching
Past switched
Will future will switch
Going-to future going to switch
Imperative negative don't switch / do not switch

Example sentences

He switched sides.
Many companies are switching to sustainable energy sources to protect the environment.
Many companies are switching to sustainable energy sources to protect the environment.
I'm trying to cut back on caffeine, so I've switched to herbal tea.
I'm trying to cut back on caffeine, so I've switched to herbal tea.
Many coffee shops have switched to compostable cups instead of disposable plastic ones.
Many coffee shops have switched to compostable cups instead of disposable plastic ones.

Usage Notes

To switch can mean to change directions, replace one thing with another, or swap places.

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