center of gravity
noun phrase
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: the point at which the entire weight of a body may be considered as concentrated so that if supported at this point the body would remain in equilibrium in any position
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The shape and low center of gravity offer more stability and safety for toddlers and young children compared to traditional balls.
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Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 12 June 2026
Real Battle Moves To Data As the stack compresses, the center of gravity shifts and the data becomes the real component of competition.
—Ivan Guzenko, Forbes.com, 11 June 2026
Each putter also has its center of gravity positioned right behind the shaft axis to help eliminate twisting.
—Langston Wertz Jr, Charlotte Observer, 9 June 2026
That means only light items go in the overhead cabinet to help keep the center of gravity lower.
—Brian Sherrod, CBS News, 9 June 2026
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Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 12 June 2026
Real Battle Moves To Data As the stack compresses, the center of gravity shifts and the data becomes the real component of competition.
—Ivan Guzenko, Forbes.com, 11 June 2026
Each putter also has its center of gravity positioned right behind the shaft axis to help eliminate twisting.
—Langston Wertz Jr, Charlotte Observer, 9 June 2026
That means only light items go in the overhead cabinet to help keep the center of gravity lower.
—Brian Sherrod, CBS News, 9 June 2026
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“Center of gravity.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/center%20of%20gravity. Accessed 18 Jun. 2026.
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