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VocabJLPT N2

to drift

Godan VerbIntransitive Verb

Definitions

1. to drift
2. to float
3. to waft (e.g. a scent)
4. to be in the air (e.g. a feeling or mood)

This verb means to drift or float, as in something carried gently by water or wind. It can also be used figuratively to describe a scent or atmosphere that seems to hang in the air.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

The conclusion of the report has a forced feel to it.

Sentence 2

If you stay that quiet, you're going to seem suspicious.

Sentence 3

A familiar scent drifted out from the desk drawer — it took me right back.

Sentence 4

Steam from a coffee cup drifts above a pile of documents.

Sentence 5

The way you laughed like that, so smug — it's so annoying!