shook
Example Sentences
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They coldly shook hands with the South Korean players before the match then followed with rough and aggressive play.
From BBC • Jun. 5, 2026
Do tell: Were you shook by the Rams’ move Monday to acquire Garrett, the five-time All-Pro, a two-time Defensive Player of the Year and all-time single-season sacks leader?
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 3, 2026
Investors, however, shook off any concerns about dilution and sent shares to $63.40, up 7.8% in premarket trading on Wednesday.
From Barron's • May 26, 2026
Deteriorating living standards and rampant inflation led to nationwide protests that shook the Islamic Republic in January.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 26, 2026
Aunt Maud’s black-gloved hand clutched the coffin rim and she shook her veils at the corpse.
From "The Teacher’s Funeral" by Richard Peck
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