Meaning of the word shaky in English

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shaky

US /ˈʃeɪ.ki/
UK /ˈʃeɪ.ki/
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Adjective

1.

shaking and feeling weak because of illness, emotion, or old age

Example:
After the long illness, he felt a bit shaky on his feet.
Her voice was a little shaky as she tried to explain.
2.

not firm or strong; likely to break or fail

Example:
The old bridge looked very shaky and unsafe.
The company's financial situation is looking a bit shaky.
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