tectonic

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Regular earthquakes happen when stresses that accumulate as tectonic plates grind together over centuries or millennia are suddenly released, creating intense shaking that lasts only seconds.

From Science Daily

The tectonic plates under the city are naturally settling, a process accelerated in the 20th century by the pumping of groundwater for use in the industrial port of neighboring Marghera.

From New York Times

After news of an earthquake, a random subway passenger says, “Sea-level change. More water, more weight on the tectonic plates.”

From New York Times

The place shook with tectonic power, long southerly windows buzzing like beehives.

From New York Times

Tarduno said that “the new analysis is exciting because it bolsters the case” for his plate tectonic mechanism.

From Washington Post