shuddering

Example Sentences

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In 2008, the shuddering global economy and soaring fuel prices helped push several airlines into bankruptcy.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 3, 2026

“They think we’re these evil business owners,” she said, shuddering.

From Slate • Mar. 25, 2026

Villa's 11-game winning streak in all competitions was brought to a shuddering halt with a 4-1 defeat at the Emirates Stadium on Tuesday, raising doubts about their ability to maintain a title charge.

From Barron's • Jan. 3, 2026

It is some compensation for Jonbon, who finished second, after a shuddering mistake, when odds-on favourite for the Champion Chase at Cheltenham Festival last month.

From BBC • Apr. 4, 2025

She took a great, shuddering breath and started again.

From "Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince" by J.K. Rowling