shake-out
Britishnoun
Example Sentences
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I think the resentment in this country is also building to the boiling point, and it’s hard to predict how this will all shake-out.
From Salon • Jul. 18, 2024
For some, the scale of the fast and furious moves in bond markets have gone too far and reflect a shake-out in positioning rather than a real shift in underlying economic conditions.
From Reuters • Jul. 9, 2021
As well as all the shop closures, there's also been a shake-out in the casual-dining sector with Prezzo, Jamie's Italian, and Byron all closing restaurants.
From BBC • Dec. 2, 2018
There will be a clear shake-out in terms of what non-NFL athletes get paid.
From New York Times • Apr. 26, 2017
I'm not likely to be wanted for another minnit or two," he said, "so I'll just give the furnace a shake-out.
From One Wonderful Night A Romance of New York by Tracy, Louis
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