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a shiver runs/goes down (one's) spine a shiver runs/goes down (one's) spineA shudder is felt down one's back, due to either fear, anticipation, nervousness, or excitement. A shiver runs down my spine every time I walk by that creepy old house. I felt a shiver go down my spine at the thought of my exam tomorrow.See also: down, goes, run, shiver, spinea ˈshiver runs/goes down somebody’s spine, send a ˈshiver up/down somebody’s spine feel, or make somebody feel, excitement or anxiety: This piece of music sends shivers down my spine. ♢ When I heard all those people shouting and screaming, a shiver ran down my spine.See also: down, goes, run, shiver, spine |