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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
So, yes, the team did have some success, such as reducing engine vibrations, and the car appears more reliable.
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Madeline Coleman, New York Times, 12 May 2026
The collar then uses tones, vibrations and optional static corrections to keep your dog within those bounds.
—Rachel Cortez, USA Today, 11 May 2026
Whisper quiet with low vibrations, this is a good choice for nervous dogs.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 11 May 2026
Cabins under nightclubs or late-night bars can pick up bass vibrations that continue into the early hours.
—David Nikel, Forbes.com, 10 May 2026
Piano notes play over speakers – farmers say the vibrations help the buds bloom evenly.
—Cecilia Vega, CBS News, 3 May 2026
Ajax trials during 2019-20 were temporarily halted after soldiers complained that excessive vibrations were causing hearing loss.
—Will Barker, TheWeek, 1 May 2026
The purpose of manganese in the region below the aculeus, the team speculates, is probably to improve the flexibility and absorption of vibrations.
—Jacek Krywko, ArsTechnica, 1 May 2026
And as a result, there is no atmospheric pressure, which means that without a medium like air or molecules to carry vibrations, sound cannot travel.
—Georgina Jedikovska, Interesting Engineering, 27 Apr. 2026
Madeline Coleman, New York Times, 12 May 2026
The collar then uses tones, vibrations and optional static corrections to keep your dog within those bounds.
—Rachel Cortez, USA Today, 11 May 2026
Whisper quiet with low vibrations, this is a good choice for nervous dogs.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 11 May 2026
Cabins under nightclubs or late-night bars can pick up bass vibrations that continue into the early hours.
—David Nikel, Forbes.com, 10 May 2026
Piano notes play over speakers – farmers say the vibrations help the buds bloom evenly.
—Cecilia Vega, CBS News, 3 May 2026
Ajax trials during 2019-20 were temporarily halted after soldiers complained that excessive vibrations were causing hearing loss.
—Will Barker, TheWeek, 1 May 2026
The purpose of manganese in the region below the aculeus, the team speculates, is probably to improve the flexibility and absorption of vibrations.
—Jacek Krywko, ArsTechnica, 1 May 2026
And as a result, there is no atmospheric pressure, which means that without a medium like air or molecules to carry vibrations, sound cannot travel.
—Georgina Jedikovska, Interesting Engineering, 27 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for vibrations
Noun
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Fuel shortages mean transporting goods is more expensive, so prices for energy, food, medicine and other basic items have also risen as supplies begin to dwindle.—
Helen Regan,
CNN Money,
16 May 2026
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For cocktails and nightlife, hit TopGolf or Nola’s for live music then end the night strong with a table at HQ nightclub where resident and guest DJs keep the dance floor bumping and bottle servers keep the bubbly and energy flowing.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
16 May 2026
Noun
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Additionally, prevent any foul odors or mildew from forming by leaving the dishwasher door slightly open to allow for good ventilation.—
Maria Sabella,
Better Homes & Gardens,
13 May 2026
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There are telltale signs that there's too much moisture in your house, from condensation to unpleasant odors.—
Hallie Milstein,
Southern Living,
13 May 2026
Noun
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This Greek villa has some serious aura.—
Tori Latham,
Robb Report,
15 May 2026
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Mateo fits perfectly into the night shifts aura.—
Nicole Fell,
HollywoodReporter,
13 May 2026
Noun
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Water temperatures are still in the 50s, the NWS cautioned, even though the air is warm.—
Theresa Braine,
New York Daily News,
15 May 2026
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The producers read an apology on air the following week.—
Emily St. Martin,
Los Angeles Times,
15 May 2026
Noun
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The clearest signs of using too much laundry detergent are residue on clothes, stiff or sticky fabric after a wash, excessive suds during the cycle and a musty smell coming from your machine.—
Ryan Brennan
May 14,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
14 May 2026
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All around there was the pleasant rotten smell of dead fish in open air.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
14 May 2026
Noun
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When all is said and done, if Arsenal win the Premier League, Mikel Arteta’s iPad notes for May 2026 could be deserving of a memoir.—
Art de Roché,
New York Times,
13 May 2026
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The Met’s wall text accompanying the garment notes that Samms’s textile was not used.—
Lilyanna D'Amato,
ARTnews.com,
13 May 2026
Noun
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That is pretty bizarre, given how fantastic both atmospheres have been throughout the playoffs.—
Matthew Fairburn,
New York Times,
17 May 2026
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Kudos to the Exhale staff for maintaining the pristine atmosphere there.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
16 May 2026
Cite this Entry
“Vibrations.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/vibrations. Accessed 17 May. 2026.
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