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to shake off
[phrase form: shake]
01
to physically remove something by shaking
02
to free oneself from something undesirable or negative, such as limitations, illnesses, etc.
03
to manage to avoid or escape from someone who is following or annoying one
Example
She shook off the sand from her towel.
The hiker tried to shake off the mud from his boots before entering the cabin.
Before the big game, the team shakes off nervousness and visualizes success on the field.
She couldn't shake off the feeling of shame after accidentally spilling her drink on the restaurant floor.
They shake off financial setbacks by seeking new opportunities and adapting their strategies.
