rattling

Example Sentences

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But after more than a decade in which the central bank has operated as one of the largest players in financial markets, reducing that role without rattling the system may be a tall order.

From Barron's • Mar. 26, 2026

“But you’re not rattling them off. They’re people that mean something to you; that you couldn’t be here without them.”

From Salon • Mar. 16, 2026

Reports from the region said Iranian forces have intensified strikes on vessels attempting to pass through the Strait of Hormuz, leaving hundreds of ships stranded at its entrances and rattling global oil markets.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 12, 2026

"He's on his own, rattling around in his big house with all these demons and ghosts, and the consequences of his deeds come rushing back in."

From BBC • Mar. 5, 2026

Samir rapped on the wooden door harder than he had meant to, rattling the hinges.

From "The Many Assassinations of Samir, the Seller of Dreams" by Daniel Nayeri