upshift

A shift to a higher gear.

For example, the vehicle starts off in second gear or an upshift takes place at lower engine speeds.

A shift to a higher level, such as of frequency, growth, economic level, etc.

To shift to a higher gear.

You can upshift to second gear once the car is moving.

To shift to a higher level, such as of frequency, growth rate, economic level, etc.

The frequency of the light is upshifted.

That's how you upshift a conversation so you can navigate the great political divide in a way that insights, not incites.