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shaky

British pronunciation/ʃˈe‍ɪki/
American pronunciation/ˈʃeɪki/
1

not stable or steady; uncertain about the exact details of something

synonyms : rickety
wobbly
wonky
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2

not secure; beset with difficulties

synonyms : precarious
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3

stumbling and not steady in movement, particularly due to suffering from an illness or becoming overwhelmed by emotions

synonyms : shivering
trembling
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4

unstable and prone to failure

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Examples
1The company's financial situation is on shaky ground, and they may not be able to stay afloat much longer.
2The politician's position on the issue is on shaky ground, and they may suffer electoral consequences if they do not clarify their stance.
3The scientist's theory is on shaky ground, and further research is needed to confirm or disprove their findings.
4The athlete's performance in the last game was on shaky ground, and some are questioning whether they will continue to be an asset to the team.
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