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Shake it up Meaning in English

expression

ˈʃeɪk/ /ˈɪt/, /ɪt/ /ˈəp
SHAYK-it-UP
ʃˈeɪk/ /ˈɪt/ /ˈʌp
SHAYK-it-UP

Definition

To make things different, more interesting, or exciting, especially by changing routines or introducing something new.

Usage & Nuances

Informal phrase. Used for situations needing change or new energy, both at work and socially. Common collocations: 'Let's shake it up!', 'time to shake things up'. Not used literally for physical shaking.

Example Sentences

Let's shake it up and try a different restaurant tonight.

basic

The party was boring until someone decided to shake it up with some games.

basic

If you always do the same exercise, try to shake it up once in a while.

basic

We need to shake it up at work—let's try a team lunch each week.

natural

After years of the same routine, they wanted to shake it up and moved to a new city.

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"We're in a creative rut," said the manager. "Let's shake it up with a brainstorming session."

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