center of gravity

Example Sentences

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Fortunately, Adeli’s Mr. Zero establishes the necessary center of gravity.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 18, 2026

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 • Mar. 6, 2026

Cohesion is often referred to as the strategic center of gravity for NATO—its ability to act as one despite being made up of 32 countries.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 20, 2026

Kroenke tilted that box and tapped its side, relocating the center of gravity to Inglewood, where the NFL would move its robust media operation and where Steve Ballmer would build Intuit Dome.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 12, 2026

Citra’s lower center of gravity made her more stable.

From "Scythe" by Neal Shusterman