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Vocabulary Entry
shake
|verb • noun
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V
verb
To move or cause to move from side to side or up and down with rapid, forceful movements.
Example Sentences
"She decided to shake the bottle before pouring the drink."
"He gave a friendly shake of the hand."
"The earthquake caused the ground to shake violently."
N
noun
A quick, forceful movement back and forth or up and down.
Example Sentences
"With a final shake, the box was opened."
"There was a sudden shake of the tree during the storm."
"He felt a shake of excitement as he entered the arena."