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shake

[sheyk] / ʃeɪk /




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

From BBC • Jun. 6, 2026

Wilson, who owns around 8.7% of Lululemon’s outstanding shares, had been trying to shake up the board in the face of steep competition against brands like Vuori and lower-priced dupes.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 4, 2026

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

“And if any place will not welcome you or listen to you, leave that place and shake the dust off your feet as a testimony against them,” Jesus said.

From Los Angeles Times • May 30, 2026

“Captain L’Enfant, we’re already beyond our time,” he said shortly, and then extended his hand to me for a firm shake.

From "The Brightwood Code" by Monica Hesse




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