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shakeup

NOUN
reorganization
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“This is not a dramatic shakeup of the airline industry.”

From MarketWatch • May 1, 2026

The decision to try to bring on Port marks the latest shakeup of the department’s press office.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 12, 2026

That said, Chan sees limited operational impact from the shakeup, and expects the group will have time to find a suitable replacement.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 11, 2026

Executives at NHS Lothian and NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde were handed temporary rises worth up to £20,000 per year for leading a planned shakeup of Scotland's health service.

From BBC • Feb. 11, 2026

Suppose I were to tell you," said Smith slowly, "that I anticipate a shakeup here which will cut the backbone out of my profits?

From Captivating Mary Carstairs by Crosby, Raymond Moreau



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