- present participle of shudder.
shuddering
Americanadjective
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trembling or quivering with fear, dread, cold, etc.
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Also shuddery. characterized by or causing a shudder.
a shuddering plunge of the ship.
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In 2008, the shuddering global economy and soaring fuel prices helped push several airlines into bankruptcy.
From The Wall Street Journal ● May 3, 2026
“They think we’re these evil business owners,” she said, shuddering.
From Slate ● Mar. 25, 2026
Villa's 11-game winning streak in all competitions was brought to a shuddering halt with a 4-1 defeat at the Emirates Stadium on Tuesday, raising doubts about their ability to maintain a title charge.
From Barron's ● Jan. 3, 2026
“In the beginning, ‘friends’ is almost a nasty word for her,” says Yeoh, shuddering at the thought of nice Prime denizens trying to befriend the emperor.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jan. 24, 2025
I dropped the towel in my lap, shuddering violently.
From "The City Beautiful" by Aden Polydoros
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