convulse
verb (used with object)
to shake violently; agitate.
convulsed
Example Sentences
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On Feb. 4, 1794, while the country was convulsed in the violent political struggle known as the Terror, the National Convention abolished slavery in all French colonies.
From The Wall Street Journal ● May 27, 2026
In 2001, I was a college freshman at New York University, and watched as the twin towers fell and the country convulsed in fear and rage.
From Slate ● Mar. 11, 2026
The cases stem from the aftermath of huge, sometimes violent pro-democracy protests that convulsed Hong Kong from 2019.
From Barron's ● Feb. 23, 2026
After Bass spoke, anger and discontent convulsed through the webinar chat box, where residents could ask questions.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jan. 31, 2025
The whole scaffolding convulsed rhythmically as he made his way to the ground.
From "Shadowshaper" by Daniel José Older
