shake-up

[ sheyk-uhp ]

noun

1. a thorough change in a business, department, or the like, as by dismissals, demotions, etc.

shake up

verb

1. to shake or agitate in order to mix
2. to reorganize drastically
3. to stir or rouse
4. to restore the shape of (a pillow, cushion, etc)
5. informal.
   to disturb or shock mentally or physically

noun

1. informal.
   a radical or drastic reorganization

Word History and Origins

Origin of shake-up¹

First recorded in 1900–05; noun use of verb phrase shake up

Example Sentences

Newly appointed CEO, Andrea Baldo, says he has a "refreshed business strategy" and has cut 85 roles as part of the shake-up.

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Plans for a major shake-up of pension funds have been announced by the chancellor, Rachel Reeves.

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More than 100 Post Office branches and hundreds of head office jobs are at risk as part of a radical shake-up of the business, the BBC understands.

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And that is why he may feel the need for a shake-up before Argentine come to town.

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The new leadership at United can point to the £113m net losses that the club posted in its latest accounts in September as proof that a shake-up was desperately needed at Old Trafford.

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Related Words

• overhaul
• restructuring