| Main Entry: | shake up |
| Part of Speech: | verb |
| Definition: | upset, unsettle |
Synonyms: |
agitate, break with past, cause revolution, churn up, clean out, clean up, clear out, disturb, liquidate, make a clean sweep, mix, overturn, purge, remove, reorganize, rid, shock, stir up, turn upside down |
Antonyms: |
calm, placate, soothe |
| Main Entry: | clear the decks |
| Part of Speech: | verb |
| Definition: | get ready for action |
Synonyms: |
clear away, clear out, flush out, groom, make a clean sweep, spruce up |