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have been quaking

  • present perfect progressive
    of quake.
    quake
    verb (used without object)
    (of persons) to shake or tremble from cold, weakness, fear, anger, or the like.

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Hank Hill, that lovable salesman of propane and propane accessories, must have been quaking with rage.

From Slate Jan. 12, 2023

Her insurers must have been quaking in their boots.

From BBC Jun. 11, 2022