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Recent Examples of harmonic Telemetry indicated the fire broke out after propellant lines leading to one of the Raptors ruptured due to unexpected harmonic vibrations. William Harwood, CBS News, 6 Mar. 2025 Engineers concluded the leaks were most likely caused by a harmonic response several times stronger than predicted, suggesting the vibrations during the ship's climb into space were in resonance with the vehicle's natural frequency. Stephen Clark, Ars Technica, 1 Mar. 2025 SpaceX believes the spectacular break-up of Starship's upper stage during its most recent test flight was caused by a harmonic response that stressed onboard hardware, leading to a fire and loss of the vehicle, Aviation Week reports. Stephen Clark, Ars Technica, 28 Feb. 2025 Whole lotta shaking … SpaceX's description of the problem as a harmonic response suggests vibrations during Starship's climb into space were in resonance with the vehicle's natural frequency. Stephen Clark, Ars Technica, 28 Feb. 2025 See All Example Sentences for harmonic
Recent Examples of Synonyms for harmonic
Adjective
  • While supporters tend to be liberals and critics conservatives, the sorting isn’t exactly symmetrical.
    Roger Valdez, Forbes.com, 5 May 2025
  • The layout of the property feels undeniably symmetrical from the sleek white marble walkway paths to the lush green Zen gardens (created by landscape architect Karl Princic) that blanket the property.
    Nicole Brewer, Travel + Leisure, 26 Apr. 2025
Adjective
  • Charlotte has had a balanced offensive attack in the series as Ben Steeves has three goals and William Skoog two to lead the Checkers and six others have one goal apiece..
    Richard Walker, Charlotte Observer, 10 May 2025
  • Cam McCarthy led a balanced attack with four goals and an assist as St. John’s Prep (14-1) defeated St. John’s Shrewsbury 18-3 in the Catholic Conference.
    Kristina Banahan, Boston Herald, 10 May 2025
Adjective
  • To bring back that upscale aesthetic, the Casino Royal will have a dress code that requires jackets for men and elegant dress for women.
    Rhonda Richford, Footwear News, 13 May 2025
  • Just last fall, the actress and entrepreneur launched her second furniture line with CB2, a collection that embodies her elegant style.
    Joyce Chen, Architectural Digest, 12 May 2025

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“Harmonic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/harmonic. Accessed 23 May. 2025.

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