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as in shaking
a series of slight movements by a body back and forth or from side to side
the vibration of the floor caused by thundering feet in the hallway
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as in energy
often vibrations plural
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
usually vibrations plural
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 vibration
SpaceX said fixes intended to curb the vibrations worked during the eighth test flight.
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Karoline Leonard, Austin American Statesman, 4 July 2025
Its gentle vibrations are easier on gums than the more aggressive oscillating brushes.
—Scott Gilbertson, Wired News, 3 July 2025
Once that measurement is obtained, the team uses a mathematical process called the Fourier transform to identify any problematic frequencies that might be causing undue vibration.
—Kristin Shaw, Popular Science, 25 June 2025
Imagery portrays three generations of women immersed in nature with a playful vibration, celebrating life in its different stages.
—Andrea Onate, Footwear News, 24 June 2025
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Karoline Leonard, Austin American Statesman, 4 July 2025
Its gentle vibrations are easier on gums than the more aggressive oscillating brushes.
—Scott Gilbertson, Wired News, 3 July 2025
Once that measurement is obtained, the team uses a mathematical process called the Fourier transform to identify any problematic frequencies that might be causing undue vibration.
—Kristin Shaw, Popular Science, 25 June 2025
Imagery portrays three generations of women immersed in nature with a playful vibration, celebrating life in its different stages.
—Andrea Onate, Footwear News, 24 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for vibration
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Darling said Duke Energy has signed on to build a 10-megawatt substation, and Panacea will install a solar film system on the roof, combined with hydrogen fuel cells and battery storage to reduce the energy demand by 25 megawatts.—
Laura Kinsler,
The Orlando Sentinel,
15 July 2025
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The next battlegrounds for energy superpowers are small modular reactors (SMRs), geothermal and, most importantly, fusion energy.—
Wal van Lierop,
Forbes.com,
15 July 2025
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Visible buildup, foul odors, or diminished performance are signs that the bidet seat or attachment needs to be cleaned.—
Jolie Kerr,
Better Homes & Gardens,
13 July 2025
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But one apartment on the first floor has a bad odor that emanates from it.—
R. Eric Thomas,
Mercury News,
12 July 2025
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But there’s an aura of inevitability around the Blue Jays right now.—
Mitch Bannon,
New York Times,
8 July 2025
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Among the 16 all-new Houseguests competing for the $750,000 grand prize this summer are an aura painter, a dungeon master and a professional bull rider.—
Carson Blackwelder,
People.com,
8 July 2025
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According to the original brief, the first Liberty Lifter was to take to the air by no later than 2028.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
11 July 2025
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But while some eagles and peregrines frequently attack flying prey and will skirmish with other raptors, kestrels generally hunt creatures on the ground and are usually on the receiving ends of attacks or ‘mobbing’ by other birds in the air.—
David Hambling,
Forbes.com,
11 July 2025
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On the other side of the pass, the smell of sulphur rises in white mist.—
Rebecca Chace
July 14,
Literary Hub,
14 July 2025
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Rubber mulch may leach toxic chemicals into the soil and make your yard smell like hot tires.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
11 July 2025
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With those savory, salty notes, coastal gins lend a beautiful twist to the classic G&T or anything citrus.—
Camille Berry,
Vogue,
15 July 2025
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Medium-full, with excellent concentration, very good acidity, well- integrated wood notes, rich tannins and significant persistence.—
Tom Hyland,
Forbes.com,
14 July 2025
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According to SpaceX, the cause of the seventh flight’s failure was stronger-than-expected rhythmic oscillations, causing leaks of propellant that caught fire.—
Karoline Leonard,
Austin American Statesman,
4 July 2025
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Brainwaves, or neural oscillations, are regular patterns created by firing neurons or groups of neurons.—
Eva Amsen,
Forbes.com,
19 May 2025
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Symptoms can range from muscle twitching and tremors to confusion, irregular heartbeats, and, in severe cases, seizures or coma.—
Patricia Weiser,
Verywell Health,
14 July 2025
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Ingesting just 1 to 2 milligrams — less than what’s inside a single regular-strength pouch — can cause nausea, vomiting and tremors, among other serious symptoms, according to the National Library of Medicine.—
Jeffrey Kopp,
CNN Money,
14 July 2025
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“Vibration.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/vibration. Accessed 21 Jul. 2025.
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