shuddering

Example Sentences

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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

Stunned captain Alyssa Healy says Australia let themselves down after their reign as one-day world champions was brought to a shuddering halt by hosts India.

From Barron's • Oct. 31, 2025

“In the beginning, ‘friends’ is almost a nasty word for her,” says Yeoh, shuddering at the thought of nice Prime denizens trying to befriend the emperor.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 24, 2025

She took a great, shuddering breath and started again.

From "Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince" by J.K. Rowling