shaking

Example Sentences

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"We've made a real mess of it," he says, shaking his head.

From BBC • Apr. 1, 2026

So the team subjected the capsule to vibrations in the lab to ensure everything would still work after that kind of extreme shaking.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 31, 2026

"I miss a peaceful night's sleep," an artist in Tehran told AFP, saying strikes the previous night were "so intense it felt like all of Tehran was shaking".

From Barron's • Mar. 29, 2026

As nearby bees observe, the dancer moves forward while shaking its abdomen, then circles back and repeats the pattern within seconds.

From Science Daily • Mar. 24, 2026

He’s shaking his head vehemently before I even finish that sentence.

From "The Brightwood Code" by Monica Hesse