Thesaurus results for VIBRATION(S)

vibrations

noun

plural of vibration

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 These devices are important components of optical atomic clocks, which use the vibrations of atoms at optical frequencies to measure time. — Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 17 Oct. 2026 HapWare’s Aleye is a haptic wristband that relays nonverbal cues—a smile, a wave—in near-real time through a series of vibrations. — Derek Rose, Time, 15 Oct. 2026 Now, a special group of students has new technology that turns sounds into lights, words and vibrations. — Stephanie Stahl, CBS News, 14 Oct. 2026 The Dome, with its spatial sound and vibrations, seemed to help create the conditions for turning my attention inward. — Jessica Sulima, Condé Nast Traveler, 10 Oct. 2026 Prestin is a protein found in specialised hair cells that amplify sound vibrations within the cochlea, helping to fine-tune our hearing. — Mike McRae 07, New Atlas, 7 Oct. 2026 The echoes of this resonant throughout the ages and the vibrations from such are more relevant than ever. — Borys Kit, HollywoodReporter, 6 Oct. 2026 It’s built with military-grade grit and made to withstand several MIL-STD-810H tests, which expose it to drops, vibrations, humidity, and even extreme temperatures. — Kelsey Fogarty, PC Magazine, 1 Oct. 2026

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Noun

The American consumer, who accounts for about 70% of GDP, continues to buy stuff, but many are stressed by energy prices, wage stagnation, rising interest rates, and an affordability crisis in everything from health care to housing.

— Diane Brady, Fortune, 22 Oct. 2026
Possible targets of the strikes reportedly include Iran’s energy infrastructure, nuclear facilities, and missile and drone arsenal.

— Miranda Jeyaretnam, Time, 22 Oct. 2026

Definition of energy

Noun

Traditional methods of dealing with bad odors involve masking them with air fresheners or trapping odor-causing molecules in filters.

— Maryna Holovnova, New Atlas, 19 Oct. 2026
Tips To Keep Your Sink Clean Longer Rinse the sink after every use to get rid of food debris that can cause odors, get rid of soap scum, and reduce staining.

— Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 18 Oct. 2026

Definition of odor

Noun

The joy and innocence that greeted students and teachers on their return to school in early September has been lost, replaced by a somber and quiet aura.

— Ray Sanchez, CNN Money, 18 Oct. 2026
The opening event, which included a 3,000-drone performance, wellness events such as sound healing, journal customization, aura photography and fashion sketches, was attended by global ambassador Jisoo and models Ming Xi and Stella Maxwell.

— Denni Hu, Footwear News, 18 Oct. 2026

Definition of aura

Noun

That dustup is typically followed by a defense in Puck’s media newsletter, the reflexively anti-rank-and-file outlet where some media bosses and spokespeople go to air grievances about their unruly staff.

— semafor.com, semafor.com, 19 Oct. 2026
There is an accumulation of dust on air vents and ceiling tiles in food preparation areas.

— NWA Democrat-Gazette, Arkansas Online, 19 Oct. 2026

Definition of air

Noun

The chemical smell was hanging inside their home as her husband taped windows shut to avoid more leaking inside.

— Rebecca Cohen, NBC news, 21 Oct. 2026
What remained was wreckage — twisted metal, pieces of the balloon — and the smell of something burned.

— Théoden Janes, Charlotte Observer, 21 Oct. 2026

Definition of smell

Noun

One bottle, picked by Naugle, Casamorati Italica had notes of apple, mandarin, creamy milk, saffron and vanilla which distinctly reminded me of this German Christmas loose-leaf tea from my childhood.

— Kansas City Star, Kansas City Star, 24 Oct. 2026
Save suspicious messages, account statements, confirmation numbers and notes from conversations with institutions.

— Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 24 Oct. 2026

Definition of note

Noun

An untitled 2026 work, featuring a bromeliad goddess, inhabits a different atmosphere.

— Tatiane de Assis, ARTnews.com, 21 Oct. 2026
Rooms Las Alcobas offers a moody-luxe atmosphere with a touch of Mexican influence throughout its 35 surprisingly spacious suites and three penthouses, where dark rosewood and fresh, fragile orchids take center stage.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 21 Oct. 2026

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