vibrations

plural of vibration
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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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Recent Examples of vibrations Some art experts have expressed concern that vibrations from the track construction and race itself could damage the artifacts inside. Rachel Treisman, NPR, 21 Aug. 2026 The MagneDrive system uses magnetic induction for silent, high-torque rotation, isolating the platter from motor vibrations and eliminating belts. Mark Sparrow, Forbes.com, 21 Aug. 2026 It is now known that some of these vibrations were already present in the 2025 [Mercedes-AMG] engine prior to Honda’s involvement. Jerry Perez, The Drive, 20 Aug. 2026 The chassis features a unique rear hinge that splits slightly upon impact, helping to damp street vibrations and preventing the scooter from bottoming out on minor debris. New Atlas, 20 Aug. 2026 As receptacles for energy, plants communicate through vibrations, and these vibrations provide clues to their emotional states and sustaining intelligence. Literary Hub, 20 Aug. 2026 Residents and businesses near the construction area may experience noise, vibrations and dust. City News Service, Daily News, 19 Aug. 2026 There also are two vibrations, six songs and an adjustable toy bar. Bestreviews, Mercury News, 18 Aug. 2026 Pyle adds that unusual noises, vibrations and a loss of engine braking while downshifting are all worth flagging to a mechanic. Michael Kurko, USA Today, 17 Aug. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for vibrations
Noun
  • Collaboration improves when everyone knows where to place their energy.
    Tarot.com, The Orlando Sentinel, 27 Aug. 2026
  • But the reflation boost appears to be petering out as much of the price recovery has been driven by surging global energy costs, while domestic demand lags.
    Anniek Bao, CNBC, 27 Aug. 2026
Noun
  • Staying hydrated has helped too, as dry nasal passages can make the odors worse.
    Maggie Ryan, Flow Space, 26 Aug. 2026
  • Activewear After sweating it out in your beloved activewear, avoid using the hotter temperatures in the washing machine to sanitize and remove unpleasant odors.
    Ashlyn Needham, Southern Living, 26 Aug. 2026
Noun
  • But some families are dysfunctional and Manchester United have that aura of doom-loop about them.
    George Caulkin, New York Times, 25 Aug. 2026
  • Mexican YouTuber Alex Crashers described encountering an aura battle in Mexico in a video shared this week.
    Mitchell McCluskey, CNN Money, 24 Aug. 2026
Noun
  • Russia's Defense Ministry said its air defenses overnight intercepted and destroyed 351 Ukrainian drones over eight Russian regions, as well as occupied Crimea and the waters of the Azov and the Black Seas.
    ABC News, ABC News, 24 Aug. 2026
  • Musk, Kushner, and air defenses On air defenses, Zelensky contrasted the number of Patriot missiles supplied in 2023 – which was 675 – with the forecast number of 264 this year.
    Tim Lister, CNN Money, 23 Aug. 2026
Noun
  • Now, as my anxiety climbed, the smell was becoming inseparable from the fear.
    Ledio Cakaj, New Yorker, 22 Aug. 2026
  • Neighbors said the rotten-egg smell has gotten worse over the last couple of weeks, even trailing to apartments across the street.
    Nicole Comstock, CBS News, 21 Aug. 2026
Noun
  • Mail and Paper Piles Leaving mail and stacks of paper on coffee tables, console tables, and end tables is distracting and causes a conflict between relaxation and productive tasks, which Lee notes are two things that don't go together.
    Maria Sabella, The Spruce, 23 Aug. 2026
  • Bessent set up a program to sell short-term (lower rate) Treasury bills and notes and buy back long-term bonds, hoping to temper rates.
    Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 23 Aug. 2026
Noun
  • The smoke is not expected to affect any major airports, even though smoke from a loft will remain in the atmosphere on Wednesday.
    Lauren Bostwick, CBS News, 26 Aug. 2026
  • Outside the shrines, though, the atmosphere is almost festive.
    Jane Arraf, NPR, 26 Aug. 2026

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“Vibrations.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/vibrations. Accessed 27 Aug. 2026.

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