shake up

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.

Many pharmaceutical executives said Makary's initiatives to shake up the drug review process had only created more problems.

From Barron's • May 12, 2026

A major decision by Rojo was to shake up his batting order after the three-game losing streak.

From Los Angeles Times • May 9, 2026

Wilson has been trying to shake up Lululemon’s board, which he says does not understand the technical apparel industry.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 29, 2026

He knows they live online, and says it is important he uses his platform to "flood" those spaces with content that could shake up perceptions of mainstream masculinity.

From BBC • Apr. 24, 2026

Fuller was prepared to shake up the city, to overthrow the status quo—but the Urban League took a more methodical, “go slow” approach.

From "The Best of Enemies" by Osha Gray Davidson