microearthquake

noun

Definition of microearthquakenext
as in microseism

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Recent Examples of microearthquake Earthquakes like the one recorded on the Alabama-Georgia border are known as microearthquakes and are not usually felt by people. — Howard Koplowitz | [email protected], al, 5 May 2023
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  1. microseism
  2. upheaval
Noun
  • And there’s a similar volcanic microseism that’s already well documented in Japan.
    — Caroline Delbert, Popular Mechanics, 21 Feb. 2022
Definition of microseism
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  • The upheaval this regulation will bring is therefore imminent!
    — Arthur Zaczkiewicz, Footwear News, 29 July 2026
  • However, the approaching eclipse season comes with a lightning flash of inspiration, along with the usual possibility for upheaval and sudden plot twists.
    — Steph Koyfman, Condé Nast Traveler, 29 July 2026
Definition of upheaval

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“Microearthquake.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/microearthquake. Accessed 1 Aug. 2026.

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