violent shake

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Indicates a very strong and potentially destructive shake.

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Examples (10)

  • The unexpected violent shake of the ground sent tremors through the entire city.
  • Engineers designed the skyscraper to withstand even the most violent shake from an earthquake.
  • The old house groaned under the repeated violent shakes caused by the strong winds.
  • She gave the bottle a violent shake to mix the contents thoroughly.
  • Witnesses described a single, violent shake that preceded the collapse of the bridge.
  • Despite the violent shake, the fragile antique vase remained miraculously intact.
  • The roller coaster ride simulated a violent shake, thrilling the passengers.
  • A sudden violent shake woke everyone in the middle of the night.
  • They hoped the structure could absorb the violent shake without sustaining major damage.
  • The machine emitted a loud noise and a violent shake before finally breaking down.