Definitions

center of gravity

NOUN

point of balance

Synonyms

WEAK

center of mass centre of gravity mass center

Example Sentences

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SUVs’ higher ground clearance, taller roofline and commanding sightlines impose a higher center of gravity; longer suspension travel and greater elasticity; and heavier wheels and tires, making them drive like toddlers walk.

From The Wall Street Journal

Twenty pounds doesn’t sound like a lot, but I was only 170, which meant I had an extra 10% of body weight resting above my center of gravity.

From The Wall Street Journal

“It will be a struggle over who holds the center of gravity inside the organization, and that result is not preordained.”

From Los Angeles Times

He added that the executives moving to Florida have their “own center of gravity,” since they can sometimes pull employees and families with them.

From MarketWatch

It’s so disorienting to lose your center of gravity.

From The Wall Street Journal