Phrasal Verb - shaking off
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.Definition
To get rid of something, such as an unwanted feeling or a physical problem, by making vigorous movements or taking decisive actions. This phrasal verb can also mean to escape from a pursuer or to recover from an illness or a shock.
Examples
| No. | Example |
|---|---|
| 1 | After the long illness, she was finally able to shake off her fatigue and resume her normal activities. |
| 2 | He was feeling nervous before the presentation, but he managed to shake off his anxiety once he started speaking. |
| 3 | Despite the heavy rain, the runner refused to let it dampen her spirits and continued to shake off the water droplets from her body. |
| 4 | The thief tried to shake off the detectives, but they managed to keep pace with him. |
| 5 | After being in a car accident, the victim spent weeks in the hospital trying to shake off the effects of the trauma. |
| 6 | The student was initially intimidated by the professor, but after a few classes, she managed to shake off her fear and engage in productive discussions. |
| 7 | The patient was instructed to shake off the excess water from the bandages before putting them back on. |
| 8 | The company struggled to shake off the negative publicity after the scandal. |
| 9 | The dog shook off the mud after playing in the puddles. |
| 10 | The survivor of the earthquake was finally able to shake off the shock and begin the long process of rebuilding her home. |