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To cause (something) to move rapidly in opposite directions alternatingly.

Example: He shook the can of soda for thirty seconds before delivering it to me, so that, when I popped it open, soda went everywhere.

To move (one's head) from side to side, especially to indicate refusal, reluctance or disapproval.

Example: Shaking his head, he kept repeating "No, no, no".

To move or remove by agitating; to throw off by a jolting or vibrating motion.

Example: to shake fruit down from a tree

To disturb emotionally; to shock.

Example: He was shaken by what had happened.

In a state of shock or trauma.

Example: We were left shaken by the revelations of abuse.