shake up

[sheyk-uhp] / ˈʃeɪkˌʌp /

VERB

upset, unsettle

Synonyms

STRONGEST

disturb reorganize shock

WEAK

agitate break with past cause revolution churn up clean out clean up clear out liquidate make a clean sweep mix overturn purge remove rid stir up turn upside down

Antonyms

WEAK

calm placate soothe

NOUN

reorganization

Synonyms

STRONGEST

overhaul restructuring

STRONG

reorganization revolution upset

WEAK

reconstitution reestablishment

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What is Zuffa Boxing and can it shake up the sport?

From BBC • Jun. 6, 2026

Many pharmaceutical executives said Makary's initiatives to shake up the drug review process had only created more problems.

From Barron's • May 12, 2026

A major decision by Rojo was to shake up his batting order after the three-game losing streak.

From Los Angeles Times • May 9, 2026

Wilson has been trying to shake up Lululemon’s board, which he says does not understand the technical apparel industry.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 29, 2026

It was too noisy and might shake up the atmosphere.

From "I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings" by Maya Angelou

shake up

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