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scuotere la testa — meaning in English

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English meaning

  • shake verb To move something rapidly back and forth or up and down.

Senses

scuotere la testa is used for these senses in English:

  • shake (transitive) To move (one's head) from side to side, especially to indicate refusal, reluctance, or disapproval.
  • shake one's head To move one's head from side to side, in a repeated swiveling motion from the neck, to indicate disagreement, negation, disbelief, disapproval or dismay.

shake — full definition

  1. verb To move something rapidly back and forth or up and down.
  2. verb To move one's head from side to side, usually to say no or express disbelief.
  3. verb To upset or emotionally disturb someone.
  4. verb To get rid of or escape from someone or something.
  5. noun A thick drink made by blending ice cream (or milk) with flavoring.

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