Example Sentences

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A series of powerful aftershocks rocked the area from about two hours after the first quake, while hundreds of tiny tremors followed.

From Barron's • Jun. 9, 2026

That’s sent tremors across the globe, with the very tech-heavy Kospi index in South Korea shedding 8.1% on Monday.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 8, 2026

As she attempted to lift weights in the gym, involuntary tremors would set her limbs shaking.

From BBC • Apr. 15, 2026

High levels of exposure to permethrin cause tremors and seizures.

From Salon • Mar. 26, 2026

On occasion tremors shook his whole body — tremors of the sort now made all too familiar by the sight of birds poisoned by DDT.

From "Silent Spring" by Rachel Carson