Example Sentences

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Standing in line, I noticed the man in front of me was trembling.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 3, 2026

Bombardier George Young previously told the hearing he received a phone call from Gunner Beck, who was "trembling, crying and in shock".

From BBC • Feb. 14, 2025

“I was thick-skinned on the outside, but it destroyed me within. … My flesh was trembling and began to throb,” he said.

From Seattle Times • Sep. 27, 2022

“I was trembling with anger and sadness that this runs so deep.”

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 11, 2022

Kamau looked up to meet Father Olufemi's gaze, and Ekon saw his lower lip was trembling.

From "Beasts of Prey" by Ayana Gray