Shake off

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Quick Movements

Often involves vigorous and sudden actions to physically dislodge something.

Illustration for Quick Movements

The dog shook off the sleet after the storm.

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Literal Cleaning

Used literally when trying to clean small particles off something by moving it rapidly.

Illustration for Literal Cleaning

After the hike, I had to shake off the leaves stuck to my coat.

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Immediate Effect

Implies the action of shaking off is quick and immediate, without delay.

Illustration for Immediate Effect

I jumped into the boat and shook off the cold lake water.

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