All shook up Meaning in English
expression
Definition
To feel very upset, agitated, or emotionally affected by something, usually in a way that disturbs your normal feelings or behavior.
Usage & Nuances
Informal, often used in emotional or stressful situations. Became popular from the Elvis Presley song "All Shook Up." Commonly means anxious, shocked, or flustered — not literally shaken. Used for both positive and negative emotional states but more often for nervousness or distress.
Example Sentences
After the car accident, he felt all shook up for days.
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She was all shook up after hearing the bad news.
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He felt all shook up before his first big speech.
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I was all shook up after that scary movie; I couldn't sleep at all.
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The whole team was all shook up after losing the championship.
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When he saw his childhood friend again, he was all shook up with excitement.
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