as in shiver
an instance of shaking involuntarily with fear or cold
a quiver ran through the audience when the monster cornered the movie's hero
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as in to shake
to make a series of small irregular or violent movements
aspen leaves quivering in the breeze
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Recent Examples of quiver
Frederick Dreier, Outside Online, 27 Nov. 2024
This and many other smart adjustments turn this all-around electric mountain bike into your quiver killer.
—Adrienne So, WIRED, 30 Mar. 2023
Nancy Froston, The Athletic, 10 Aug. 2024
Just as the clock struck midnight on October 31, wrapping up another Halloween season, the undisputed queen of Christmas herself, Mariah Carey, struck one last terrifying blow into the hearts of her quivering subjects.
—Michael Savio, Vulture, 1 Nov. 2024
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Noun
While descending into the Grand Canyon, Fowler felt a quiver in his stomach and intestines.
—Frederick Dreier, Outside Online, 27 Nov. 2024
This and many other smart adjustments turn this all-around electric mountain bike into your quiver killer.
—Adrienne So, WIRED, 30 Mar. 2023
Verb
Their 32 crosses into the box, split evenly between the game’s first and second halves, reflect the topsy-turvy nature of the match and the fact Leeds were not able to assert their dominance after those frenzied opening exchanges when the woodwork quivered three times.
—Nancy Froston, The Athletic, 10 Aug. 2024
Just as the clock struck midnight on October 31, wrapping up another Halloween season, the undisputed queen of Christmas herself, Mariah Carey, struck one last terrifying blow into the hearts of her quivering subjects.
—Michael Savio, Vulture, 1 Nov. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for quiver
Noun
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The freaky trailer looks to raise not only the stakes but the shivers of what looks to be a vampire blood-chiller involving twin brothers in the 1930s.—
Randy Myers,
The Mercury News,
7 Jan. 2025
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Classic Turkish Cotton Robe Few things are worse than stepping out of a warm shower into a cold bathroom in the winter months, but having this robe close by will eliminate your post-shower shivers.—
Maggie Horton,
People.com,
16 Dec. 2024
Verb
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The coach reportedly failed to shake hands with the coaches of Denver Torah.—
Ryan Gaydos,
Fox News,
29 Jan. 2025
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As the lyrics played, Noem approached audience members and shook hands on her way to the stage.—
Anna Giaritelli,
Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government,
28 Jan. 2025
Noun
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Andy Naylor Chelsea Worst window: Summer 2017 The disastrous summer of 2017 still sparks shudders in Chelsea supporters.—
The Athletic Staff,
The Athletic,
23 July 2024
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Ringu watch on shudder Saloum Year: 2022 Runtime: 1h 24m Director: Jean Luc Herbulot Culturally resonant and thrilling, this Toronto 2021 film is a Shudder exclusive now.—
Brian Tallerico,
Vulture,
8 Jan. 2025
Verb
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Instead of jerking the wheel or hitting the brakes, try to apply the brakes gently and steer smoothly.—
John Yoo and John Shu,
Newsweek,
23 Jan. 2025
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Examples include: Absence seizures typically cause someone to blink their eyes quickly or stare into space without accompanying muscle stiffness or jerking.—
Rosanna Sutherby,
Verywell Health,
2 Jan. 2025
Noun
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Valeria leaves guard duties to Ellen, a grandmother with a constant tremble in her hands from her MS.—
James Grebey,
Vulture,
17 Oct. 2024
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Kaleena knew her fate before it was announced, teary-eyed and emotional as Kish, with a tremble in her voice, asked her and Alisha to pack their knives and go.—
Rachel Bernhard,
Journal Sentinel,
10 Apr. 2024
Verb
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On the menu are many hands-on treatments that leave guests in a heavenly state, as well as customizable Kerstin Florian facials, vibrating crystal energy therapies, and light frequency remedies.—
Kathryn Romeyn,
Travel + Leisure,
23 Jan. 2025
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Their study, published on January 22nd in the journal Nature, relies on the tones generated during large earthquakes that cause the Earth to vibrate like a giant bell.—
Andrew Paul,
Popular Science,
23 Jan. 2025
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“Quiver.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/quiver. Accessed 6 Feb. 2025.
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