quiver
verb (used with or without object)
to shake with a slight but rapid motion; vibrate tremulously; tremble.
are quivering
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present progressiveof quiver.present progressive
Used to describe an ongoing action or state that is currently taking place in the immediate present.
Example Sentences
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On the other hand, Michael and Emma who are quivering in fear, have set off on a journey to find the second of the Books of Beginning.
From The Guardian ● Jan. 18, 2013
“These things are quivering heaps of excess baggage,” sighs Peter Fuchs, an independent equities analyst.
From Economist ● Feb. 10, 2011
It is the notion that in France and Germany, its most influential countries, uniquely European pride, values and self-esteem are quivering as well.
From New York Times ● Feb. 22, 2010
Del Webb executives are quivering in anticipation of a flood of boomers pouring into the retirement-home market.
From Time Magazine Archive
I stand up and walk away, as tall as I can, even though my legs are quivering.
From "The Queen of Water" by Laura Resau
