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Vocabulary Entry
shudder
|verb • noun
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V
verb
To shake or tremble, often as a result of fear, disgust, or cold.
Example Sentences
"She began to shudder at the thought of the creepy crawlies in the basement."
"The sudden noise made him shudder in surprise."
"He shuddered with excitement as he opened the surprise gift."
N
noun
A sudden, involuntary shaking movement or a reaction of fear or disgust.
Example Sentences
"A shudder ran through her body as she watched the horror movie."
"He felt a shudder of fear when he heard footsteps behind him."
"The shudder in the old building made her uneasy."