seem shaken

Frequency: 6.89.2 per million words

to give the impression of being in a state of shock or distress

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Examples (10)

  • After the accident, she really seemed shaken.
  • He didn't say much, but he seemed quite shaken by the news.
  • Even hours later, the witness still seemed shaken by what she had seen.
  • The team seemed shaken after their unexpected defeat.
  • You seem a bit shaken; would you like to sit down?
  • The children seemed shaken by the loud thunder.
  • Despite his brave face, he clearly seemed shaken by the experience.
  • She tried to compose herself, but her voice still seemed shaken.
  • The sudden announcement left everyone seeming shaken and uncertain.
  • If he seems shaken, offer him some water and a quiet place to rest.