change the topic

Frequency: 8.850.0 per million words

To shift the conversation to a different subject.

topicVERB + NOUN

Categories:

change

Examples (10)

  • I did my best to change the topic when things got awkward.
  • Whenever she mentions her ex, he tries to change the topic immediately.
  • I'm sorry, I didn't mean to offend you; let's change the topic.
  • The politician skillfully changed the topic to avoid the reporter's question.
  • It's time to change the topic and talk about something more positive.
  • She noticed he was uncomfortable and decided to change the topic.
  • We've been talking about work all night; can we change the topic?
  • He changed the topic so abruptly that everyone noticed.
  • If you don't like what we're discussing, just change the topic.
  • They changed the topic of conversation to their upcoming holiday plans.