Hesitation
Hesitation noun - A state or an instance of temporary inaction because of uncertainty about the right course of action.
Shaking and hesitation are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Shaking" instead a noun "Hesitation".
Shaking
Shaking noun - A series of slight movements by a body back and forth or from side to side.
Hesitation and shaking are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Hesitation" instead a noun "Shaking".
Mutual synonyms
Both words in one sentence
- And while he does eventually learn to let go of his reluctance and face his enemies without hesitation or regret, it's stated that even then he's still toubled enough by it that he's left lying awake shaking at night.
Source: Reluctant Warrior
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