schweift

In a sentence

• Sein Blick schweift über das Tal.

  His gaze roams over the valley.

  Here, 'schweift' is used to describe wandering or moving loosely and passively, as a gaze or look does over a landscape.

• Während der Diskussion schweift sie oft vom Thema ab.

  During the discussion, she often strays from the topic.

  In this context, 'schweift' refers to the act of digressing or deviating from the main topic during a conversation or discussion.

• Der Autor schweift in seinem Buch in philosophische Gedanken ab.

  The author diverges into philosophical thoughts in his book.

  Here, 'schweift' indicates a shift in focus or direction, directing to a deviation from a main narrative or theme into something different such as philosophical contemplation.