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Vocabulary Entry
quake
|noun • verb
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N
noun
A sudden, violent shaking of the ground, often caused by tectonic movements.
Example Sentences
"The earthquake caused significant damage in the region."
"Residents felt the quake for several seconds."
"They were prepared for aftershocks following the initial quake."
V
verb
To shake or tremble, often due to an external stimulus or internal distress.
Example Sentences
"The building began to quake during the storm."
"She quaked with fear as she heard the strange noise."
"The ground quaked beneath our feet after the explosion."