- past tense form of shake.
shook
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Saka did not achieve that tally against the French visitors, but shook off illness to come off the bench and assist Eberechi Eze's strike that made it 2-0, before rolling in his side's third goal.
From BBC ● Oct. 13, 2026
Their protests, launched in 2018 over a planned fuel tax rise, saw massive demonstrations and clashes between police and protesters that shook the presidency during Macron's first term in office.
From Barron's ● Oct. 12, 2026
The earthquake shook areas of Ventura and Los Angeles counties, according to the USGS.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 30, 2026
The attack shook global fuel markets, adding to a diesel supply crisis that has rattled economies around the world.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 24, 2026
A brilliant flash followed a second later by an explosion that shook the bed.
From "The Hiding Place" by Corrie ten Boom
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