Definition of «shaky»

The word "shaky" means uncertain, unstable or not reliable. It can also refer to something that is weak, fragile or lacking in strength and stability. In terms of physical movement, it describes a trembling or shaking motion.

Usage examples

  1. The earthquake left the city with shaky buildings and infrastructure.
  2. I felt shaky after drinking too much coffee on an empty stomach.
  3. The actress gave a shaky performance on stage, stumbling over her lines.
  4. The hiker's legs were shaky after a long and challenging trek.
  5. My hands were shaky with nerves as I prepared to give my presentation.
  6. The company's financial situation is looking shaky, with declining profits.
  7. The toddler took his first shaky steps, wobbling from side to side.
  8. The old bridge felt shaky as cars drove over it, causing concern among the locals.
  9. The coach was unsure after the team's shaky start but gained confidence after their comeback win.
  10. The patient's condition remained shaky, and the doctors were monitoring closely for any changes.

Sentences with «shaky»

  • The business model for coal looks on shaky ground without that demand. (carbontracker.org)
  • For all the praise it has garnered, especially for its impact on the British film industry, the series had a very shaky start. (rottentomatoes.com)
  • So yeah, expect lots of shaky camera shots but probably some great gun action. (screenpicks.com)
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