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Recent Examples of foreshock
But conventionally, only half of earthquakes have an easily detectable foreshock, while the other half do not.
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Los Angeles Times, Boston Herald, 22 Dec. 2025
Lesser-magnitude quakes have previously been foreshocks to larger-magnitude ones.
—Chad De Guzman, Time, 9 Dec. 2025
It had been preceded by a 3.3-magnitude foreshock on Sunday, seismologist Dr. Lucy Jones told KCBS.
—Theresa Braine, New York Daily News, 15 Apr. 2025
The largest foreshock was a magnitude 3.3, Lucy Jones, a visiting associate in geophysics and founder of the Dr. Lucy Jones Center for Science and Society, said.
—Josh Hammer, MSNBC Newsweek, 14 Apr. 2025
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Los Angeles Times, Boston Herald, 22 Dec. 2025
Lesser-magnitude quakes have previously been foreshocks to larger-magnitude ones.
—Chad De Guzman, Time, 9 Dec. 2025
It had been preceded by a 3.3-magnitude foreshock on Sunday, seismologist Dr. Lucy Jones told KCBS.
—Theresa Braine, New York Daily News, 15 Apr. 2025
The largest foreshock was a magnitude 3.3, Lucy Jones, a visiting associate in geophysics and founder of the Dr. Lucy Jones Center for Science and Society, said.
—Josh Hammer, MSNBC Newsweek, 14 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for foreshock
Noun
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At one point, Humphrey said the shock and grief of it all became too much.—
Madeline Mitchell,
USA Today,
20 June 2026
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In addition to its style, it’s also made with practical features like shock-absorbing cushioning and a durable, grippy outsole that can handle everyday wear.—
Jasmine Gomez,
Travel + Leisure,
20 June 2026
Noun
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While one earthquake can trigger another, called an aftershock, Schmandt said there doesn't appear to be any such relationship between the Cuba and Philippines quakes.—
Jeanine Santucci,
USA Today,
10 June 2026
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When aftershock data is available, the corresponding maps and charts include earthquakes within 100 miles and seven days of the initial quake.—
William B. Davis,
New York Times,
9 June 2026
Noun
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The event was recorded close to Niland prior to this quake.—
CA Earthquake Bot,
Sacbee.com,
15 June 2026
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The quake’s shallow depth made light shaking noticeable despite its low magnitude.—
Brandi D. Addison,
USA Today,
15 June 2026
Noun
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The tremor appeared to be centered near Bel Air in Harford County, an area not known for frequent seismic activity.—
Brandi D. Addison,
USA Today,
15 June 2026
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His whole frame was agitated by a quick and continual tremor, which his pride strove to quell, even in those circumstances of overwhelming humiliation.—
John Swansburg,
The Atlantic,
15 June 2026
Noun
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It is estimated that there are 500,000 detectable earthquakes in the world each year.—
CA Earthquake Bot,
Sacbee.com,
19 June 2026
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The researchers say the finding highlights how much remains unknown about the behavior of large earthquakes and the complex interactions between seismic waves and tectonic plates.—
Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
18 June 2026
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“Foreshock.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/foreshock. Accessed 23 Jun. 2026.
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