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to shake off
[phrase form: shake]
01
to physically remove something by shaking
Transitive: to shake off particles or fluids
Examples
The hiker tried to shake off the mud from his boots before entering the cabin.
She shook off the sand from her towel.
02
to free oneself from something undesirable or negative, such as limitations, illnesses, etc.
Transitive: to shake off something undesirable
Examples
He decided to shake the toxic relationship off, realizing it was hindering his personal growth.
She tried to shake the flu off by resting and staying hydrated.
03
to manage to avoid or escape from someone who is following or annoying one
Transitive: to shake off sb
Examples
She managed to shake the persistent paparazzi off by taking a different route.
They attempted to shake off the suspicious individuals tailing them on the street.
