shiver
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
The sun disappeared, the streetlights blinked on, and a shiver passed through the crowd that had nothing to do with the temperature.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 10, 2026
"Other insects, like bees and moths, shiver to increase their heat," Stensmyr said.
From Science Daily ● Mar. 26, 2026
There isn’t a shiver of surprise about who gets the chomp, only disappointment that the fatalities are so bloodless — they’re mild even for PG-13.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 30, 2025
And when the time comes — when the crates of tomatoes start to dwindle and I feel that first late-summer shiver in the air — I’ll settle on a recipe.
From Salon ● Jun. 2, 2025
In later years, she told the story of the flight many times—always with a shiver in the telling and a sense of wonder at her own survival.
From "The Woman All Spies Fear" by Amy Butler Greenfield
Vocabulary lists containing shiver
Wintry Words
Looking to grow your vocabulary? Check out this interactive, curated word list from our team of English language specialists at Vocabulary.com – one of over 17,000 lists we've built to help learners worldwide!
Unit 1: Telling Details
Interested in learning more words like this one? Our team at Vocabulary.com has got you covered! You can review flashcards, quiz yourself, practice spelling, and more – and it's all completely free to use!
The Circuit
Want to remember this word for good? Start your learning journey today with our library of interactive, themed word lists built by the experts at Vocabulary.com – we'll help you make the most of your study time!
