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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
Exposed to pollution and the vibrations of nearby traffic, the statue’s preservation was at risk.
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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
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
Recent Examples of Synonyms for vibrations
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Although Trump remains an advocate of U.S. energy dominance and independence, Alamariu expects this stance will help oil stocks more than oil prices.—
Brian Evans,
CNBC,
18 Jan. 2025
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He is praised for his energy and leadership savvy and coached San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy for four years at Iowa State.—
Dan Wiederer,
Chicago Tribune,
18 Jan. 2025
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Thailand’s vibrant capital offers a sensory overload of bright colors, pungent odors, eye-popping structures and streets teeming with cars, tuk-tuks and food vendors.—
Isabelle Kliger,
Forbes,
16 Jan. 2025
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Reviewers love that the fabric is breathable and quick-drying and doesn’t hold on to odors after washing—something not all workout tops can claim.—
Dana Leigh Smith,
Glamour,
16 Jan. 2025
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Aura Nails Call in the good vibes, love, and positive energy this Valentine’s Day with aura nails.—
Audrey Noble,
Vogue,
10 Jan. 2025
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But studying videos and simply growing up with Williams’ aura invading pop culture informed his performance.—
Melissa Ruggieri,
USA TODAY,
10 Jan. 2025
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The lame duck Biden administration on Thursday announced another $500 million aid package, including air defense missiles, air-to-ground munitions and support equipment for F-16 fighter jets.—
Cybele Mayes-Osterman,
USA TODAY,
12 Jan. 2025
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The reason, of course, is that the next Outlander finale that airs will be the series finale.—
Jessica Radloff,
Glamour,
12 Jan. 2025
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The stinging in my eyeballs from sweat and sunscreen mixes with the unmistakable smell of rotting flesh.—
Dac Collins,
Outdoor Life,
16 Jan. 2025
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We were enveloped by the smell of smoke, but everything else felt normal.—
Bill Plaschke,
Los Angeles Times,
16 Jan. 2025
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Volunteers can help with everything from pension records, field notes made by geographers working on the Mason-Dixon line, to immigration and Census records.—
Laura Baisas,
Popular Science,
17 Jan. 2025
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Over glasses of Ruinart champagne, glamorous content creators Jessica Wang, Hannah Bronfman, and Tina Leung swapped notes on their jewelry selections.—
Freya Drohan,
Vogue,
16 Jan. 2025
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Fire tornadoes occur when intense wind combines with conditions in the atmosphere to produce clouds of smoke that reach 20,000 to 40,000 feet, Swain said.—
Karissa Waddick,
USA TODAY,
13 Jan. 2025
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The researchers suggest that these white lights arise due to a combination of heating in the ionosphere due to the surrounding aurora, as well as the chemiluminescence of some other gases in the atmosphere, possibly nitrogen dioxide.—
Yaakov Katz,
Newsweek,
13 Jan. 2025
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“Vibrations.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/vibrations. Accessed 22 Jan. 2025.
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