- present participle of shudder.
shuddering
Example Sentences
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Hastings started the 1990 Grand Slam decider and made a famous, shuddering tackle on England winger Rory Underwood as Scotland triumphed 13-7 at Murrayfield.
From BBC ● May 17, 2026
In 2008, the shuddering global economy and soaring fuel prices helped push several airlines into bankruptcy.
From The Wall Street Journal ● May 3, 2026
“They think we’re these evil business owners,” she said, shuddering.
From Slate ● Mar. 25, 2026
Villa's 11-game winning streak in all competitions was brought to a shuddering halt with a 4-1 defeat at the Emirates Stadium on Tuesday, raising doubts about their ability to maintain a title charge.
From Barron's ● Jan. 3, 2026
They clustered around Boots eagerly, waving their antennas in the air and shuddering in delight.
From "Gregor the Overlander" by Suzanne Collins
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