shaken

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There is a lot of faith in last year’s expansion club, but the potential draft-day flub of trading away Flau’jae Johnson has shaken some of that.

From Los Angeles Times • May 8, 2026

The father of one of three 14-year-old boys involved in the incident said his son was "shaken" afterwards.

From BBC • May 7, 2026

Some Washington reporters left the event shaken, while some were convinced they were heroes for surviving.

From Salon • May 1, 2026

Apple shares slipped slightly, however, as investors mulled its future in a tech world shaken up by artificial intelligence.

From Barron's • Apr. 30, 2026

“I’ve been shaken, and I won’t bear it!” growled Laurie indignantly.

From "Little Women" by Louisa May Alcott