elastic rebound

noun

1. geology a theory of earthquakes that envisages gradual deformation of the fault zone without fault slippage until friction is overcome, when the fault suddenly slips to produce the earthquake

Example Sentences

Any attempt at movement causes great pain, and is followed by an elastic rebound to the abnormal position.

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At each fresh spring, he came up with elastic rebound, while his flanks heaved with the conscious possession of power.

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Within the provinces there is an elastic rebound, as soon as the pressure is removed from them by the tyrant's death.

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