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earthquake

/ˈɜːθkweɪk/ /ˈɝθkweɪk/

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noun

زلزال

A shaking of the ground, caused by volcanic activity or movement around geologic faults.

Examples :

"The earthquake shook the school building during recess, causing some minor damage. "

هز الزلزال مبنى المدرسة أثناء الاستراحة، مما تسبب في بعض الأضرار الطفيفة.

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noun

زلزال

(planetary geology) Such a quake specifically occurring on the planet Earth, as opposed to other celestial bodies.

Examples :

"The earthquake shook the school building, causing a temporary closure. "

هز الزلزال مبنى المدرسة، مما تسبب في إغلاق مؤقت.

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