振り払う — meaning in English

English meaning

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

Senses

振り払う is used for these senses in English:

• shake (transitive) To give a tremulous tone to; to trill.
• shake (intransitive, figurative) To be agitated; to lose firmness.

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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