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seismic

[sahyz-mik, sahys-] / ˈsaɪz mɪk, ˈsaɪs- /


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Sitting in the arc of intense seismic activity called the "Pacific Ring of Fire", the Philippines endures daily earthquakes and is hit by an average of 20 typhoons each year.

From Barron's

Areas of Perthshire and the western Highlands in Scotland, southern parts of Wales, and Yorkshire and Lancashire in England recorded the most seismic activity overall.

From BBC

To create their 3D temperature model, the researchers analyzed a wide range of geophysical data, including seismic velocities, gravity anomalies, and heat flow.

From Science Daily

Instead this is a seismic blow and one which will have potential consequences going into the January transfer window, with the Reds short of attacking depth.

From BBC

In 2025, there have been only five independent seismic sequences with at least one magnitude 4 or higher earthquake in Southern California.

From Los Angeles Times