move through the gears en · VERB
Pronunciation
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Meanings
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(idiomatic) To gradually increase speed or output.
Spain failed to move through the gears despite exerting control for lengthy spells and a measure of perspective must be applied immediately to the outcome.
2011 November 12, “International friendly: England 1-0 Spain”, in BBC Sport:
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| moves through the gears | Number=Sing, Person=3, Tense=Pres | lexicographic | |
| moving through the gears | Tense=Pres, VerbForm=Part | lexicographic | |
| moved through the gears | Tense=Past, VerbForm=Part | lexicographic | |
| moved through the gears | Tense=Past | lexicographic |