To release or loosen from something that binds, entangles, holds, or interlocks.
A circular movement of the blade that avoids the opponent's parry
To remove (something attached to, on or clinging to an object) by shaking.
To rid oneself of a malady or its symptoms
Some rumors that the governor had smoked pot as a teenager were flying around, but he has finally managed to shake them off.
To lose someone who is tracking you
To dissociate oneself from (an allegation or rumour).