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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
Maggie O’Farrell, Literary Hub, 2 June 2026
The Moon, planet of our emotions, lifts your 10th House of Career, while innovative Uranus shakes your 4th House of Home and Family.
—Tarot.com, New York Daily News, 30 May 2026
The ones that are accepted are run through a machine that shakes the envelopes — this makes the ballot sink to the bottom of the envelope — and slices them open.
—Kaitlyn Schallhorn, Oc Register, 28 May 2026
In hours of underwater video footage from a New York aquarium, a beluga whale named Natasha stretches her neck, pirouettes, nods, and shakes her head in front of a two-way mirror.
—Federica Sgorbissa, ArsTechnica, 24 May 2026
In militaristic sync as they pound treadmills, down protein shakes and take steroid injections in the buttocks, a gymnasium full of lavishly buff (even 24-packed, to quote a droll visual gag) gay men blankly sing the praises of the body-beautiful lifestyle to a pounding EDM beat.
—Guy Lodge, Variety, 23 May 2026
Root shakes his head in something approaching disbelief.
—James Wallace, New York Times, 22 May 2026
Protein shakes, protein chips, protein coffee, protein ice cream.
—Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Sacbee.com, 22 May 2026
While protein shakes are a convenient source of protein, foods like cottage cheese, chicken breast, and edamame also offer substantial protein per serving.
—Jillian Kubala, Health, 21 May 2026
Fielding Buck, Oc Register, 11 June 2026
Liquid diets replace meals with shakes, soups, or beverages to sharply reduce calorie intake.
—Encyclopedia Britannica, 10 June 2026
Robert Stehling of Charleston's Hominy Grill shared this recipe with us, which is only made better by a few shakes of Tabasco on top.
—Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 5 June 2026
That could be Emerald City fans — as several Seahawks games have registered such shakes as well.
—Dominic Patten, Deadline, 19 May 2026
Other drinks served include teas, energy drinks, matchas, lemonade, shakes, sodas and smoothies.
—Deborah Laverty, Chicago Tribune, 14 May 2026
Convenient protein-rich options like beef sticks, egg bites, chicken bites, and ready-to-drink shakes are also being heavily marketed to consumers trying to maintain muscle mass while losing weight.
—Leeann Weintraub, Daily News, 14 May 2026
As is obvious from packaging for everything from nutritional shakes all the way to children’s cereals and everyday snacks, today’s health-aware consumers view protein as not just a supplement but as a vital part of longevity, cognitive function, and immune support.
—K.h. Koehler, USA Today, 8 May 2026
Adding antioxidant-rich foods such as berries, leafy greens, seeds, and nuts can enhance the benefits of protein shakes and smoothies.
—Lana Barhum, Verywell Health, 5 May 2026
Verb
Beside her, the dog shakes itself, droplets flying from it, then fixes her with an appraising gaze.
—Maggie O’Farrell, Literary Hub, 2 June 2026
The Moon, planet of our emotions, lifts your 10th House of Career, while innovative Uranus shakes your 4th House of Home and Family.
—Tarot.com, New York Daily News, 30 May 2026
The ones that are accepted are run through a machine that shakes the envelopes — this makes the ballot sink to the bottom of the envelope — and slices them open.
—Kaitlyn Schallhorn, Oc Register, 28 May 2026
In hours of underwater video footage from a New York aquarium, a beluga whale named Natasha stretches her neck, pirouettes, nods, and shakes her head in front of a two-way mirror.
—Federica Sgorbissa, ArsTechnica, 24 May 2026
In militaristic sync as they pound treadmills, down protein shakes and take steroid injections in the buttocks, a gymnasium full of lavishly buff (even 24-packed, to quote a droll visual gag) gay men blankly sing the praises of the body-beautiful lifestyle to a pounding EDM beat.
—Guy Lodge, Variety, 23 May 2026
Root shakes his head in something approaching disbelief.
—James Wallace, New York Times, 22 May 2026
Protein shakes, protein chips, protein coffee, protein ice cream.
—Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Sacbee.com, 22 May 2026
While protein shakes are a convenient source of protein, foods like cottage cheese, chicken breast, and edamame also offer substantial protein per serving.
—Jillian Kubala, Health, 21 May 2026
Noun
There are also mini shakes at $2 and many items held over from Del Taco’s last version of its value menu, Del’s Real Deals, which was introduced in July 2024.
—Fielding Buck, Oc Register, 11 June 2026
Liquid diets replace meals with shakes, soups, or beverages to sharply reduce calorie intake.
—Encyclopedia Britannica, 10 June 2026
Robert Stehling of Charleston's Hominy Grill shared this recipe with us, which is only made better by a few shakes of Tabasco on top.
—Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 5 June 2026
That could be Emerald City fans — as several Seahawks games have registered such shakes as well.
—Dominic Patten, Deadline, 19 May 2026
Other drinks served include teas, energy drinks, matchas, lemonade, shakes, sodas and smoothies.
—Deborah Laverty, Chicago Tribune, 14 May 2026
Convenient protein-rich options like beef sticks, egg bites, chicken bites, and ready-to-drink shakes are also being heavily marketed to consumers trying to maintain muscle mass while losing weight.
—Leeann Weintraub, Daily News, 14 May 2026
As is obvious from packaging for everything from nutritional shakes all the way to children’s cereals and everyday snacks, today’s health-aware consumers view protein as not just a supplement but as a vital part of longevity, cognitive function, and immune support.
—K.h. Koehler, USA Today, 8 May 2026
Adding antioxidant-rich foods such as berries, leafy greens, seeds, and nuts can enhance the benefits of protein shakes and smoothies.
—Lana Barhum, Verywell Health, 5 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for shakes
Verb
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The American flag has never been among those Davis shudders to make.—
Karissa Waddick,
USA Today,
6 June 2026
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Nothing much really happens in this movie after Philip’s initial arrest, but the world viscerally shudders under Lucy’s feet every time one of her husband’s alibis falls apart.—
David Ehrlich,
IndieWire,
15 May 2026
Verb
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Built in the 1830s, the 25-foot-wide home was completely reimagined by Yellowtrees Studio, resulting in a thoughtful blend of historic character and contemporary design that avoids both museum-like preservation and the formulaic feel of a luxury flip.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
12 June 2026
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While the budget is technically balanced, maintains funding for most city services, and avoids layoffs among an already lean staff, the fiscal outlook remains fragile as local revenues slow due to cooling economic conditions and rising inflation.—
Ryan Macasero,
Mercury News,
12 June 2026
Noun
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Economic shivers give both the fits, and a pressured consumer has both well in the red so far this year.—
Brett Owens,
Forbes.com,
23 May 2026
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These insects and arachnids might startle you or send shivers down your spine, but there's no need to worry about these bugs—not too much, anyway.—
Steve Bender,
Southern Living,
21 May 2026
Verb
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In a viral video of the aftermath, the robot jerks back and forth to shake the glass off, showering yet more dangerous shards onto the sidewalk.—
Frank Landymore,
Futurism,
26 Mar. 2026
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Ross’s video does not show if the SUV made contact with him, as the camera angle jerks up to the sky.—
Danya Gainor,
CNN Money,
12 Jan. 2026
Verb
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In March, the French navy seized an oil tanker in the Mediterranean that Macron said belonged to Russia’s shadow fleet, which comprises several hundred tankers through which Russia evades sanctions.—
Joseph Ataman,
CNN Money,
1 June 2026
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At one point, Griffin appears to lunge at Manetta, who evades him by ducking behind a column on the platform.—
Colin Mixson,
New York Daily News,
1 May 2026
Noun
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Guillermo Ochoa, who will be playing in his sixth World Cup with Mexico, is considered by many to be the ideal experienced goalkeeper to use during the opener, when nerves are sure to be high.—
Eduard Cauich,
Los Angeles Times,
11 June 2026
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Researchers think these blankets' pressure on the body calms nerves, easing stress responses and boosting sleep-promoting hormones.—
Mark Gurarie,
Health,
10 June 2026
Verb
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Think speakers are a simple paper cone that vibrates to translate electrical signals into sound?—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
8 June 2026
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Every night the Dallas Stars host playoff games, the area in and around the American Airlines Center vibrates with activity, commerce and life.—
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
28 Apr. 2026
Verb
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They are joined by Milo (Yeukayi Ushe), whose slippery jelly Tama escapes his control; Ameline (Evanna Lynch), Ssyelle’s mousy, enigmatic roommate; and Milo’s too-cool brother Odward (Waylon Jacobs).—
Allison McClain Merrill,
Parents,
8 June 2026
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One of Great Smoky Mountains National Park’s many allures is its neighboring adventure town of Gatlinburg, one of the top vacation escapes in the Southeast.—
Stephanie Vermillion,
Travel + Leisure,
7 June 2026
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“Shakes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/shakes. Accessed 13 Jun. 2026.
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