quivered

Example Sentences

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“I quivered at the end of every year when we learned what the budget was,” Waters said.

From New York Times • Apr. 1, 2024

Time itself quivered with the sound, that terrible, haunting chirping, adversely impacting our mental health forever.

From Salon • Feb. 9, 2024

Jeremy Allen White, who catapulted to fame with “The Bear,” quivered when he mentioned his beloved, late manager Chris Huvane, continuing to say “thank you” as he walked off stage in a daze.

From Seattle Times • Jan. 11, 2023

Asked about those who still remained, Father Pavlo’s eyes turned a shiny red and his lips quivered.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 13, 2022

His mustache quivered, as if it had taken all his restraint to not burst out with the news.

From "Night Owls" by A.R. Vishny