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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
Between engine vibrations, road chatter, suspension feedback, and your basic rider movement, the seat is a noisy communication channel already.
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New Atlas, 4 Jan. 2026
Living on Debra Drive has changed drastically thanks to unwanted horns and vibrations.
—Samantha Chaney, CBS News, 3 Jan. 2026
In experiments designed to detect heavy dark matter, scientists typically look for small vibrations or signals produced when particles collide with atoms or nuclei in a detector.
—Aman Tripathi, Interesting Engineering, 2 Jan. 2026
Made together with Kenissi, the automatic movement runs at a rate of 28,800 vibrations/hour, provides 70 hours of power reserve, and is chronometer-certified by COSC.
—Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 2 Jan. 2026
If the user begins to fold it incorrectly — by closing the right side before the left, for instance — the phone quickly warns them with on-screen notifications and physical vibrations.
—Bloomberg, Mercury News, 30 Dec. 2025
They have been documented vibrating quickly in windy conditions and slower in mild weather, and these vibrations can provide scientists with valuable insights about a cactus’s internal structure.
—John Leos, AZCentral.com, 10 Nov. 2025
This motion is typically caused when the unbalanced drum makes contact with the inside of the washing machine or when severe vibrations cause the machine to shift across the floor.
—Timothy Dale, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 Nov. 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
New Atlas, 4 Jan. 2026
Living on Debra Drive has changed drastically thanks to unwanted horns and vibrations.
—Samantha Chaney, CBS News, 3 Jan. 2026
In experiments designed to detect heavy dark matter, scientists typically look for small vibrations or signals produced when particles collide with atoms or nuclei in a detector.
—Aman Tripathi, Interesting Engineering, 2 Jan. 2026
Made together with Kenissi, the automatic movement runs at a rate of 28,800 vibrations/hour, provides 70 hours of power reserve, and is chronometer-certified by COSC.
—Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 2 Jan. 2026
If the user begins to fold it incorrectly — by closing the right side before the left, for instance — the phone quickly warns them with on-screen notifications and physical vibrations.
—Bloomberg, Mercury News, 30 Dec. 2025
They have been documented vibrating quickly in windy conditions and slower in mild weather, and these vibrations can provide scientists with valuable insights about a cactus’s internal structure.
—John Leos, AZCentral.com, 10 Nov. 2025
This motion is typically caused when the unbalanced drum makes contact with the inside of the washing machine or when severe vibrations cause the machine to shift across the floor.
—Timothy Dale, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 Nov. 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
Cite this Entry
“Vibrations.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/vibrations. Accessed 9 Jan. 2026.
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