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be convulsed
verb as in suffer
Example Sentences
In those three months, India would be convulsed by political assassinations, sectarian turmoil and an industrial disaster that rivalled Chernobyl in its loss of life and lasting ecological damage.
He also urged Americans not to be convulsed by "self-criticism and self-doubt," saying the country's dynamism has benefited Berkshire in his 58 years running the company from Omaha, Nebraska, and will do so after he passes the reins.
Ms. Wesley said she had no doubt about the trial’s outcome, even as she worried that her city could once again be convulsed by unrest.
The decision comes two weeks before the Senate chamber is due to be convulsed by a second impeachment trial for former president Donald Trump.
If the commission does not promptly publish the results, Congo may be convulsed by protests and the moment for a democratic handoff will have been lost.
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From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
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