shake off

Example Sentences

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Berkshire Hathaway’s $6.8 billion deal to acquire a major home builder reflects its conviction that the housing market will shake off its yearslong slump and recover as it always has.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 2, 2026

The BofA note came at the right time as the market begins to shake off its AI fears.

From Barron's • May 19, 2026

It doesn’t look like markets are ready to shake off Friday’s jitters.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 18, 2026

But if Arsenal shake off the pressure and the mental tiredness that seems to be making it harder, they could feel they have nothing to lose by then.

From BBC • Apr. 27, 2026

When I write I can shake off all my cares.

From "The Diary of a Young Girl" by Anne Frank