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 Exposed to pollution and the vibrations of nearby traffic, the statue’s preservation was at risk. Costa Beavin Pappas, ARTnews.com, 3 Jan. 2025 Another standout offering is the Spa Wave Table, a unique treatment that combines sound and gentle vibrations to help guests achieve deep relaxation. Kimberly Wilson, Essence, 30 Dec. 2024 The study authors also noticed better cooling rates, which are crucial for eliminating unwanted thermal vibrations and maintaining the stability of a quantum system. Rupendra Brahambhatt, Interesting Engineering, 29 Dec. 2024 When it was launched 56 years ago, on January 10, 1969, Zenith-Movado (as the company was known at the time) had spent seven long years developing the movement that would power the first high-frequency (36,000 vibrations per hour) automatic chronograph on the market. Allen Farmelo, Robb Report, 26 Dec. 2024 These vibrations are thought to assist in emotional healing, personal growth and spiritual alignment, serving as tools for empowerment and grounding. Valerie Mesa, People.com, 23 Dec. 2024 While scientific research has yet to confirm the effects of crystal healing, many believe crystals carry distinct energetic vibrations formed over time within the Earth. Valerie Mesa, People.com, 23 Dec. 2024 Depending on the intensity, duration and sequence of those vibrations, sensations such as being tapped, stroked or squeezed can be simulated. Ben Coxworth, New Atlas, 23 Dec. 2024 And since the same argument applies to the ordinary vibrations of molecules and atoms, this raises the possibility of widespread disruption to the ordinary existence of matter in a timelike curve. The Physics Arxiv Blog, Discover Magazine, 20 Dec. 2024
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Noun
  • However neither a wether delay or a temporary evacuation could dampen the crowd's sky-high energy throughout the night.
    Caché McClay, USA Today, 18 May 2025
  • Solar thermal setups capture the Sun's heat rather than its light, use reflectors to concentrate sunlight onto a receiver, and convert solar radiation directly into heat energy.
    Abhimanyu Ghoshal, New Atlas, 18 May 2025
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  • In 2013, the average Yelp review was 1.1, with guests complaining of bad odors, rundown rooms and hostile staff.
    Don Stacom, Hartford Courant, 16 May 2025
  • The experts quote an Emory University study that used MRI scans to analyze canine brains' activity when exposed to familiar and unfamiliar odors.
    Maria Azzurra Volpe, MSNBC Newsweek, 16 May 2025
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  • The aura is a hip, wide-open two-floor plan that breaks down traditional barriers, is inclusive and invites collaboration.
    Justin Kroll, Deadline, 21 May 2025
  • Despite this, there is one thing that Hogan did unbelievably well that many WWE Superstars have trouble matching to this day: his aura and presentation.
    Jeremy Hanna, MSNBC Newsweek, 20 May 2025
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  • The Affordable Clean Cars Coalition, led by the U.S. Climate Alliance, aims to ensure America continues its transition to cleaner, more affordable vehicles, support U.S. carmakers and workers, and uphold states' authority to set clean air standards.
    Martha McHardy, MSNBC Newsweek, 24 May 2025
  • Ammonia concentration was 1,000 times normal Scientists measured the concentration of ammonia in the air at a site near Marambio Base, a research station on the Antarctic Peninsula owned by Argentina, for a couple of months in 2023.
    Doyle Rice, USA Today, 24 May 2025
Noun
  • Dusty smell: An unpleasant, dusty smell coming from air vents is the result of dirty air filters that need to be changed.
    Maria Sabella, Better Homes & Gardens, 16 May 2025
  • The smell of hydrogen sulfide and sewage fills the air, making everyone’s nose crinkle ...
    Audrey Fahlberg, National Review, 15 May 2025
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  • On a related note, the FCC today approved Verizon's $20 billion acquisition of fiber-optic internet and communications provider Frontier.
    Rob Pegoraro, PC Magazine, 16 May 2025
  • For a few seconds, save for a piano playing a few pensive notes, there was silence.
    Edwin Goei, Los Angeles Times, 16 May 2025
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  • All planets with atmospheres in the Solar System experience auroras, created by the interaction of magnetic fields with high-energy particles from the sun.
    Doyle Rice, USA Today, 15 May 2025
  • Because water heats slower than air or dry soil, water in the landscape or atmosphere serves as a stabilizing influence against sudden temperature spikes.
    Saul Elbein, The Hill, 14 May 2025

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“Vibrations.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/vibrations. Accessed 28 May. 2025.

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