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harmonics

[hahr-mon-iks] / hɑrˈmɒn ɪks /


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Researchers later realized this pattern resembles the harmonics of a vibrating string.

From Science Daily ● May 19, 2026

Instead of one sharp signal, multiple evenly spaced lines emerge, similar to how a pure tone can split into harmonics.

From Science Daily ● Mar. 27, 2026

Bryce Dessner’s recent Violin Concerto was dominated by soloist Pekka Kuusisto’s vivid bowing, creating astonishing acoustical effects with harmonics.

From Los Angeles Times ● May 14, 2025

“There’s something that happens when you lock in to somebody and all the harmonics ping,” says Sting backup singer Jo Lawry.

From Los Angeles Times ● Dec. 26, 2024

“Bottle,” Xan said, trying to ignore the harmonics ringing in her bones.

From "The Girl Who Drank the Moon" by Kelly Barnhill


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