violently

Example Sentences

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Soon after, Hipolito’s legs shuddered and buckled and his body began to shake violently.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 2026

However, after the collar levels reset next week, markets should react less violently to daily news.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 28, 2026

The share price has whipsawed violently over the past several months.

From Barron's • Mar. 19, 2026

Instead of colliding violently, the two bodies gently come into contact and fuse, preserving their rounded shapes and creating the familiar snowman form.

From Science Daily • Feb. 23, 2026

But on the morning of the third day I became violently ill.

From "Woodsong" by Gary Paulsen