What does "Shake down" mean?
organize or settle in
"Shake down" in a sentence
Real example sentences from TV shows and movies.
Now, shake down your gear.
— Forrest Gump
We need to shake down some employees.
— Suits S8E14
He thinks he's being shaken down by the mob.
— The Office S6E6
Intelligence indicates he shakes down kids for quarters at the arcade.
— The Simpsons S1E5
You're being shaken down for 50% of your motels.
— The Sopranos S1E3
Are you shaking me down?
— Young Sheldon S5E6
Places like this are always shakin’ you down.
— Friends S7E10
And now's the time to shake 'em down.
— Grey's Anatomy S8E23
"Shake down" in TV shows & movies
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