Shake-up (Noun)
Meaning
The imposition of a new organization; organizing differently (often involving extensive and drastic changes); "a committee was appointed to oversee the reorganization of the curriculum"; "top officials were forced out in the cabinet shakeup".
Classification
Nouns denoting acts or actions.
Examples
- The recent merger has caused a shake-up in the company's leadership, with several high-level executives stepping down.
- The government announced a major shake-up in the tax system, aimed at simplifying and streamlining the process.
- After the team's dismal performance last season, the coach decided to implement a shake-up in the lineup.
- The tech company underwent a major shake-up when its founder stepped down and a new CEO took the reins.
- The sudden departure of several top scientists has led to a shake-up in the research department's leadership and direction.