Shake up

Pronunciation: /ˈʃeɪˌkʌp/

Shake up (verb)

  1. To cause sudden change in plans, routines, or a situation, often making people feel surprised or unsettled.
  2. To change the structure or leadership of an organization so it works differently.
  3. To disturb something so it becomes unsteady, less controlled, or harder to keep in the same state.

Examples

  • The new policy shook up the whole workplace.
  • The announcement shook up everyone’s plans for the week.