1
as in shudders
to make a series of small irregular or violent movements
the bus rattled and shook as it barreled down a rutted road
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as in avoids
to get or keep away from (as a responsibility) through cleverness or trickery
we shook our pursuers by cutting through the abandoned lot
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as in shivers
a sense of panic or extreme nervousness
I get the shakes every time I hear her voice
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Recent Examples of shakes
Li Goldstein, Bon Appetit Magazine, 17 Oct. 2025
Protein shakes and powders are a popular option for people looking to accomplish that goal.
—Rob Williams, EverydayHealth.com, 17 Oct. 2025
To her credit, Shannon shakes off the incipient paranoia and goes hard into the giggles at anything and everyone at the table.
—Peter Larsen, Oc Register, 17 Oct. 2025
The bet here is that if Christian Gonzalez remains healthy, and shakes off his lingering rush, the Pats’ pass defense will improve.
—Andrew Callahan, Boston Herald, 17 Oct. 2025
Through a dual timeline structure, Ojito introduces us to Mara Denis, a freelance journalist who, in the middle of a routine assignment, uncovers a family secret that shakes the foundation of her identity.
—Piter Ortega Núñez, Miami Herald, 14 Oct. 2025
Yet Leto never shakes the role’s robotic nature, even as his character strives to become more human, and his acting partners struggle to play off that in a meaningful way.
—David Sims, The Atlantic, 10 Oct. 2025
These days, the Detroit area gets more love from the outside world, but the auto industry, while certainly healthier, never fully shakes nagging questions about its future, particularly now with worries about competition from China and tariff uncertainties.
—Eric D. Lawrence, USA Today, 10 Oct. 2025
Supplement with protein powder or premade protein shakes.
—Erica Sloan, SELF, 8 Oct. 2025
Taylor Ardrey, USA Today, 18 Oct. 2025
The investigation included both ready-to-drink shakes and powders intended for blending into smoothies.
—Deirdre Bardolf, FOXNews.com, 18 Oct. 2025
The Consumer Reports findings are potentially concerning for them as well, given that surveys suggest a growing number of children and teens are using protein supplements, including shakes and powders.
—Rob Williams, EverydayHealth.com, 17 Oct. 2025
The nonprofit organization tested multiple samples of 23 protein powders and ready-to-drink shakes from a range of stores and online retailers over a three-month period beginning last November.
—Rachel Treisman, NPR, 16 Oct. 2025
Without supplemental carbs, then, clear protein may be an inferior option to more traditional shakes.
—Caroline Tien, SELF, 13 Oct. 2025
Enjoy as pudding, pie, parfait or dessert base, or mix into shakes and ice cream for extra flavor.
—Adam Mills, MSNBC Newsweek, 8 Oct. 2025
Beyond matcha, use it to craft deliciously smooth lattes or protein shakes.
—Kate McGregor, Architectural Digest, 8 Oct. 2025
The dessert menu is also extensive, including cakes and shakes.
—Carlos Rico, San Diego Union-Tribune, 30 Sep. 2025
Verb
According to a Consumer Reports study, a number of popular protein powders and shakes contain high levels of lead.
—Li Goldstein, Bon Appetit Magazine, 17 Oct. 2025
Protein shakes and powders are a popular option for people looking to accomplish that goal.
—Rob Williams, EverydayHealth.com, 17 Oct. 2025
To her credit, Shannon shakes off the incipient paranoia and goes hard into the giggles at anything and everyone at the table.
—Peter Larsen, Oc Register, 17 Oct. 2025
The bet here is that if Christian Gonzalez remains healthy, and shakes off his lingering rush, the Pats’ pass defense will improve.
—Andrew Callahan, Boston Herald, 17 Oct. 2025
Through a dual timeline structure, Ojito introduces us to Mara Denis, a freelance journalist who, in the middle of a routine assignment, uncovers a family secret that shakes the foundation of her identity.
—Piter Ortega Núñez, Miami Herald, 14 Oct. 2025
Yet Leto never shakes the role’s robotic nature, even as his character strives to become more human, and his acting partners struggle to play off that in a meaningful way.
—David Sims, The Atlantic, 10 Oct. 2025
These days, the Detroit area gets more love from the outside world, but the auto industry, while certainly healthier, never fully shakes nagging questions about its future, particularly now with worries about competition from China and tariff uncertainties.
—Eric D. Lawrence, USA Today, 10 Oct. 2025
Supplement with protein powder or premade protein shakes.
—Erica Sloan, SELF, 8 Oct. 2025
Noun
In the video, the animals can be seen ransacking the establishment to satisfy their cravings, snacking on protein shakes, coffee and supplements.
—Taylor Ardrey, USA Today, 18 Oct. 2025
The investigation included both ready-to-drink shakes and powders intended for blending into smoothies.
—Deirdre Bardolf, FOXNews.com, 18 Oct. 2025
The Consumer Reports findings are potentially concerning for them as well, given that surveys suggest a growing number of children and teens are using protein supplements, including shakes and powders.
—Rob Williams, EverydayHealth.com, 17 Oct. 2025
The nonprofit organization tested multiple samples of 23 protein powders and ready-to-drink shakes from a range of stores and online retailers over a three-month period beginning last November.
—Rachel Treisman, NPR, 16 Oct. 2025
Without supplemental carbs, then, clear protein may be an inferior option to more traditional shakes.
—Caroline Tien, SELF, 13 Oct. 2025
Enjoy as pudding, pie, parfait or dessert base, or mix into shakes and ice cream for extra flavor.
—Adam Mills, MSNBC Newsweek, 8 Oct. 2025
Beyond matcha, use it to craft deliciously smooth lattes or protein shakes.
—Kate McGregor, Architectural Digest, 8 Oct. 2025
The dessert menu is also extensive, including cakes and shakes.
—Carlos Rico, San Diego Union-Tribune, 30 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for shakes
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By replacing natural gas with the solar and battery system, the oil company avoids 13,000 tons of carbon dioxide emissions annually while also lowering costs, according to the battery startup’s founder and Chief Innovation Officer John O’Donnell.—
Bloomberg,
Mercury News,
16 Oct. 2025
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And by not openly identifying with MAHA, Polis avoids alienating himself from Colorado’s Democratic voters.—
Nicholas Florko,
The Atlantic,
16 Oct. 2025
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Dividend cuts ‘would send shivers through Wall Street’ Clark Williams-Derry, energy finance analyst at the Institute for Energy Economics and Financial Analysis (IEEFA), a non-profit organization, said trimming the share buybacks is likely Big Oil’s easiest option.—
Sam Meredith,
CNBC,
13 Oct. 2025
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Grab this sweatsuit and kiss mid-flight shivers goodbye.—
Amelia McBride,
Travel + Leisure,
7 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Like the Chinese government and most of its people, the movie evades mentions of the mass casualties after the pandemic restrictions were removed, therefore foregoing an opportunity to reflect on whether the deaths were preventable and what lessons might be learned.—
Yangyang Cheng,
NPR,
4 Oct. 2025
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For now, love evades understanding—which means that finding someone will remain, much of the time, a pain in the ass.—
Faith Hill,
The Atlantic,
27 Sep. 2025
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Instead, cells at the site revert to a stem-like state, forming a blastema, a miniature limb-making factory that reconstructs bones, muscles, nerves, and skin with flawless precision.—
Kaif Shaikh,
Interesting Engineering,
17 Oct. 2025
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Regional bank shares tumbled Thursday after two lenders disclosed issues with borrowers, stoking nerves about the health of the credit market — and the potential for negative spillovers into the stock market and broader economy.—
John Towfighi,
CNN Money,
16 Oct. 2025
Verb
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This whole fictional world vibrates on Robinson’s bizarre frequency, which means Ron may just be onto something.—
Alison Herman,
Variety,
9 Oct. 2025
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That philosophy sits in sharp contrast to step-count culture, where success is visible, measurable, and shareable, where the end goal is often less about how your body feels and more about whether your tracker vibrates in approval.—
Marisa McMillan,
Outside,
7 Oct. 2025
Verb
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If your perfect visit means patio dining, lakeside escapes, and neighborhood fairs, summer is hard to beat.—
Lauren Dana Ellman,
Travel + Leisure,
19 Oct. 2025
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Using porous graphite felt and enhanced heat transfer, gas released from the resin escapes while a vacuum system removes it, allowing crowns to survive the process without cracking.—
Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
17 Oct. 2025
Verb
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The music of home often quivers with nostalgia.—
Justin Davidson,
Vulture,
22 Sep. 2025
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There’s a breathless mood in the air that quivers and quakes at the protests to come.—
Sara Stridsberg
September 15,
Literary Hub,
15 Sep. 2025
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“Shakes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/shakes. Accessed 22 Oct. 2025.
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