"Switching" Natural Recordings by Native Speakers
The act of changing or substituting one thing for another, such as:
Changing from one mode, device, or system to another (e.g. switching from cable to satellite TV)
Making sudden or unexpected changes in plans, actions, or emotions (e.g. switching gears in a conversation)
Making a change in one's position, side, or allegiance (e.g. switching teams, switching parties)
Alternating between two or more options or duties (e.g. switching between day and night shifts)
Synonyms: altering, changing, swapping, substituting, transferring.
Antonyms: staying, remaining, sticking, adhering.
She had to switch to a new phone due to the broken screen.
The company will be switching to a new software system next quarter.
Can you switch the channels on the TV? I want to watch a different show.
The manager had to switch departments because of company restructuring.
Do you mind if I switch roles with my partner for this dance number?