ill-timed shift
noun phraseUK /ˌɪl ˈtaɪmd ʃɪft/
US /ˌɪl ˈtaɪmd ʃɪft/
A change that happens at a bad moment.
The ill-timed shift in the schedule made everyone miss the bus.
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2. A work period that starts or ends at an inconvenient hour.
Her ill-timed shift began at 3 a.m., leaving her exhausted.
3. A sudden change in direction or position that causes trouble.
The ill-timed shift of the load tipped the cart over.
4. A change in strategy made too late to help.
The coach's ill-timed shift to defense cost them the game.