Reference meaning
shake-up
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the imposition of a new organization; organizing differently (often involving extensive and drastic changes)
Related source terms
reorganizationreorganisationshakeup
Other meanings
2. verb
shock physically
3. verb
organize anew
4. verb
shake; especially (a patient to detect fluids or air in the body)
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