as in quake
a shaking of the earth
smaller tremors continued for days after the major earthquake
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Additionally, some research suggests that cannabis can aid in managing symptoms of Parkinson’s disease, such as tremors and muscle stiffness.
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Matt Rozo, Mercury News, 26 Mar. 2025
DeShields dealt with severe tremors throughout her body and experienced frequent pain and numbness in her feet due to the nerve damage in her back during a grueling rehab process.
—Emily Adams, Hartford Courant, 18 Mar. 2025
As tremors on world-famous Santorini fade, residents, authorities, and the tourism industry focus on resuming business as usual.
—Helen Iatrou, Travel + Leisure, 14 Mar. 2025
About 70% to 80% of people experience a tremor, James Beck, PhD, chief scientific officer at the Parkinson’s Foundation, told Health.
—Kristen Fischer, Health, 11 Mar. 2025
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Matt Rozo, Mercury News, 26 Mar. 2025
DeShields dealt with severe tremors throughout her body and experienced frequent pain and numbness in her feet due to the nerve damage in her back during a grueling rehab process.
—Emily Adams, Hartford Courant, 18 Mar. 2025
As tremors on world-famous Santorini fade, residents, authorities, and the tourism industry focus on resuming business as usual.
—Helen Iatrou, Travel + Leisure, 14 Mar. 2025
About 70% to 80% of people experience a tremor, James Beck, PhD, chief scientific officer at the Parkinson’s Foundation, told Health.
—Kristen Fischer, Health, 11 Mar. 2025
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“Tremor.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tremor. Accessed 4 Apr. 2025.
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