The term 'Gently Shift to a New Topic' can be summarized by the word 'SEGUE'. SEGUE is an Italian word meaning 'to follow', and it is used to describe a transition from one topic to another. It is often used in music, literature, and film to indicate a smooth transition between two ideas or topics. In conversation, SEGUE can be used to indicate a change of subject without disrupting the flow of the conversation.