English

shake

ʃeɪk, ˈʃeɪk
Meaning: to move back and forth or up and down quickly
Part of Speech: Verb Alternative Readings: ˈʃeɪk

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Verb inflections

Form Inflected form
Base shake
3rd person singular present shakes
Present participle shaking
Past shook
Will future will shake
Going-to future going to shake
Imperative negative don't shake / do not shake

Example sentences

The earthquake shook the entire city.
The earthquake shook the entire city.
She shook hands with her opponent after the intense tennis match.
She shook hands with her opponent after the intense tennis match.
The earthquake shook the building.
The earthquake shook the building.
Please turn the jar upside down before you shake it.
Please turn the jar upside down before you shake it.
The two opposing teams shook hands before the match began.
The two opposing teams shook hands before the match began.

Usage Notes

Can describe physical objects vibrating or emotional agitation.

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