Example Sentences
Recent Examples of Synonyms for foreshocks
Noun
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New York — One of the biggest mysteries of the global economy is why the oil market has remained so calm during one of the greatest supply shocks in history.—
Matt Egan,
CNN Money,
9 June 2026 -
As the shocks from the Middle East crisis get passed on to consumers, inflation is set to rise while growth is expected to slow, further narrowing India’s appeal among global investors.—
Priyanka Salve,
CNBC,
9 June 2026
Noun
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The quakes struck near the Mendocino Triple Junction, a highly seismic area where three tectonic plates meet.—
Brandi D. Addison,
USA Today,
4 June 2026
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Aftershocks detected Subsequent quakes have been reported in the same area.—
William B. Davis,
New York Times,
3 June 2026
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The shaking was also felt in South Dadeland, where at least one building was evacuated after tremors were reported inside.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
8 June 2026
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The tremors were also felt in Mexico, according to a man who said everything was shaking in Playa del Carmen.—
Minyvonne Burke,
NBC news,
8 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,
29 May 2026
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The administration says the project is necessary to protect water deliveries for 27 million Californians and roughly 750,000 acres of farmland while improving reliability during earthquakes and extreme storm systems.—
Richard Ramos,
CBS News,
8 May 2026
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