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Recent Examples of harmonic Engineers determined the most likely cause of the propellant leak was a harmonic response several times stronger than predicted, suggesting the vibrations during the ship's climb into space were in resonance with the vehicle's natural frequency. Eric Berger, Ars Technica, 7 Mar. 2025 Telemetry indicated the fire broke out after propellant lines leading to one of the Raptors ruptured due to unexpected harmonic vibrations. William Harwood, CBS News, 6 Mar. 2025 Engineers concluded the leaks were most likely caused by a harmonic response several times stronger than predicted, suggesting the vibrations during the ship's climb into space were in resonance with the vehicle's natural frequency. Stephen Clark, Ars Technica, 1 Mar. 2025 SpaceX believes the spectacular break-up of Starship's upper stage during its most recent test flight was caused by a harmonic response that stressed onboard hardware, leading to a fire and loss of the vehicle, Aviation Week reports. Stephen Clark, Ars Technica, 28 Feb. 2025 See All Example Sentences for harmonic
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Adjective
  • But his fans know that within all the jewel box recreations, symmetrical framing, and pastel details, are films full of pathos.
    Shannon Carlin, Time, 30 May 2025
  • Instead of relying on a symmetrical setup, think in odd numbers when grouping items together for a more interesting effect.
    Maria Sabella, Better Homes & Gardens, 20 May 2025
Adjective
  • The Double Double 32 YO provides a lighter, more balanced smoky profile, while the Double Double 38 YO provides a rich, unpeated experience full of maturity and complexity.
    Joseph V Micallef, Forbes.com, 3 June 2025
  • Looking for a premium pair of headphones that deliver rich, balanced sound and solid noise cancellation?
    Shubham Yewale, PC Magazine, 3 June 2025
Adjective
  • And Just Like That… is, for lack of a more elegant term, so goddamn weird this season.
    Emma Bocchi, Vogue, 6 June 2025
  • The newest model continues to fuse advanced materials with Japanese craftsmanship and cutting-edge technology to create a timepiece that is durable, precise and elegant.
    Fairchild Studio, Footwear News, 6 June 2025

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“Harmonic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/harmonic. Accessed 10 Jun. 2025.

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