shift lever

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the lever used to change gears in a vehicle

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Examples (10)

  • He pushed the shift lever into first gear and drove off.
  • The car's shift lever felt loose, making it difficult to change gears.
  • She accidentally bumped the shift lever into neutral while driving.
  • The mechanic adjusted the shift lever to ensure smooth gear changes.
  • Many modern cars have an electronic shift lever instead of a mechanical one.
  • To engage reverse, you need to pull up on the shift lever first.
  • He gripped the shift lever firmly, ready for the race to begin.
  • The vintage car had a long, chrome shift lever that felt solid in hand.
  • A broken shift lever can prevent you from driving your vehicle.
  • The new model features a redesigned shift lever for better ergonomics.