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as in energy
a spiritual force that is held to emanate from or give animation to living beings
the Eastern holistic philosophy that unhappy thoughts disrupt the vibrations from one's energy field, causing illness
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as in odor
a special quality or impression associated with something
although the murders happened long ago, visitors to the house claim that it still gives off unsettling vibrations
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Recent Examples of vibrations
Sensors first detect ice formation on specific sections of the wing, after which piezoelectric actuators are activated to generate low-frequency vibrations.
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Georgina Jedikovska, Interesting Engineering, 3 Nov. 2025
Once the voltage reaches the MEMS resonators, an inverse piezoelectric effect is triggered, yielding billions of vibrations per second that generate acoustic waves in the surrounding fluid.
—Perri Thaler, IEEE Spectrum, 30 Oct. 2025
For example, in vibrations generated at angles that were perpendicular to the web surface or perpendicular to the threads coming out from the web’s center (like the spokes on a wheel), the stabilimenta did not create noticeable changes on how the vibrations moved.
—Laura Baisas, Popular Science, 29 Oct. 2025
While reading old papers, Greco was unable to find any research into how stabilimenta shape those vibrations.
—Andrea Tamayo, Scientific American, 28 Oct. 2025
Key Takeaways Microwave ovens cook food using non-ionizing radiation, which causes vibrations and heat generation in food particles.
—Brittany Lubeck, Verywell Health, 20 Oct. 2025
And to me that Good vibrations Marky Mark version is just so Randy.
—Lynette Rice, Deadline, 14 Oct. 2025
Two circular rubber feet stand it up and absorb vibrations.
—PC Magazine, 13 Oct. 2025
Exposed to pollution and the vibrations of nearby traffic, the statue’s preservation was at risk.
—Costa Beavin Pappas, ARTnews.com, 3 Jan. 2025
Georgina Jedikovska, Interesting Engineering, 3 Nov. 2025
Once the voltage reaches the MEMS resonators, an inverse piezoelectric effect is triggered, yielding billions of vibrations per second that generate acoustic waves in the surrounding fluid.
—Perri Thaler, IEEE Spectrum, 30 Oct. 2025
For example, in vibrations generated at angles that were perpendicular to the web surface or perpendicular to the threads coming out from the web’s center (like the spokes on a wheel), the stabilimenta did not create noticeable changes on how the vibrations moved.
—Laura Baisas, Popular Science, 29 Oct. 2025
While reading old papers, Greco was unable to find any research into how stabilimenta shape those vibrations.
—Andrea Tamayo, Scientific American, 28 Oct. 2025
Key Takeaways Microwave ovens cook food using non-ionizing radiation, which causes vibrations and heat generation in food particles.
—Brittany Lubeck, Verywell Health, 20 Oct. 2025
And to me that Good vibrations Marky Mark version is just so Randy.
—Lynette Rice, Deadline, 14 Oct. 2025
Two circular rubber feet stand it up and absorb vibrations.
—PC Magazine, 13 Oct. 2025
Exposed to pollution and the vibrations of nearby traffic, the statue’s preservation was at risk.
—Costa Beavin Pappas, ARTnews.com, 3 Jan. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for vibrations
Noun
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Testing reveals an average power exceeding 200 kW in optimal steady-state conditions, surpassing the energy requirements for heavy-duty vehicles.—
Atharva Gosavi,
Interesting Engineering,
8 Nov. 2025
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Everything is dark around us, but the collision itself is a source of energy and the flash of it lights us up.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
7 Nov. 2025
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These materials work best to penetrate the stain and lift it out of the mattress while also removing odors.—
Ashlyn Needham,
Southern Living,
7 Nov. 2025
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Key features include temperature regulation for shifting conditions, dynamically-breathable fibers that adapt to body temperature changes and a soft, next-to-skin feel as well as moisture-wicking and odor-resistant properties for long-lasting comfort.—
Alexandra Harrell,
Sourcing Journal,
6 Nov. 2025
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Despite Olsen’s custom Miu Miu look evoking a red-carpet-ready aura, the ruffled motif of the sleeves harkened back to the Italian brand’s most recent collection.—
Julia Teti,
Footwear News,
6 Nov. 2025
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Per AccuWeather, experts also recommend that aura-watchers allow their eyes at least 15 minutes to adjust to the darkness and avoid looking at bright light sources, such as the moon or phone screens.—
Kaycee Sloan,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
6 Nov. 2025
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As the arena goal horn blared and the fans went berserk, Ovechkin swung his arms into the air and collided with the boards as his teammates cleared the bench to celebrate with him.—
Jacob Lev,
CNN Money,
6 Nov. 2025
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The move underscores deepening concerns around air travel safety and the operational stability of the national aviation system.—
Deputy News Editor,
MSNBC Newsweek,
6 Nov. 2025
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Since guests will be living with a horse, there is a chance of noises and smells, which the Airbnb makes explicitly clear.—
Khloe Quill,
FOXNews.com,
9 Nov. 2025
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Dish soap also has a very strong smell.—
Ashlyn Needham,
Southern Living,
9 Nov. 2025
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This ends in a note of possible hope.—
Gerrad Hall,
Entertainment Weekly,
8 Nov. 2025
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The 29th edition of the Tallinn Black Nights Film Festival (PÖFF) is officially off to the races after opening on Friday on a musical note, courtesy of Catalan artist Maria Arnal.—
Georg Szalai,
HollywoodReporter,
8 Nov. 2025
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Blue Origin also launches New Shepard from Texas The New Glenn spacecraft is not to be confused with Blue Origin's much smaller New Shepard rocket that the company launches from West Texas on brief trips taking paying passengers high above Earth's atmosphere.—
Eric Lagatta,
USA Today,
7 Nov. 2025
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Neutral conditions mean the Pacific isn’t giving the atmosphere a strong push one way or the other, so seasonal weather patterns are more likely to be shaped by other factors, like the Arctic or Atlantic oceans.—
Brandi D. Addison,
Freep.com,
7 Nov. 2025
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“Vibrations.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/vibrations. Accessed 10 Nov. 2025.
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