shifting tide

Frequency: 6.85.1 per million words

Refers to the changing direction of the sea tide; often used metaphorically for changing opinions or circumstances.

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  • The shifting tide made it difficult for the small boats to dock.
  • Public opinion showed a shifting tide towards environmental concerns.
  • He found himself caught in the shifting tide of public opinion.
  • Businesses must adapt quickly to the shifting tide of consumer preferences.
  • Navigating the shifting tide requires skill and experience.
  • The election results reflected a shifting tide in the political landscape.
  • The shifting tide of political power left many uncertain about the future.
  • We are witnessing a shifting tide in educational methods, favoring online learning.
  • We watched the shifting tide as the sun began to set.
  • It's important to recognize the shifting tide of global power dynamics.
  • The shifting tide of the war meant that no one knew who would ultimately win.
  • After decades of stability, the region experienced a shifting tide of cultural values.
  • Her loyalties were subject to the shifting tide of personal ambition.
  • The company failed to foresee the shifting tide in technology and lost market share.
  • The coastal village was accustomed to the predictable, yet sometimes dangerous, shifting tide.
  • There's a shifting tide of public sentiment regarding privacy issues.
  • He tried to adapt to the shifting tide of technological advancements.
  • Ignoring the shifting tide of popular taste can lead to commercial failure.
  • The shifting tide brought a lot of seaweed to the shore.
  • Many hope this marks a shifting tide towards greater international cooperation.