change the subject

Examples (10)

• When the conversation got too uncomfortable, he tried to change the subject.
• She skillfully managed to change the subject when politics came up.
• I could tell he didn't want to talk about it, so I helped him change the subject.
• To avoid an argument, she decided to change the subject.
• He's very good at diverting attention and changing the subject.
• The host quickly changed the subject to avoid awkwardness.
• If you don't want to answer that, you can always change the subject.
• Let's change the subject; this is making me uncomfortable.
• He tried to change the subject by asking about the weather.
• During the meeting, she subtly changed the subject to focus on a more positive topic.