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Oscillation
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(physics) the back-and-forth motion of an object between two end points
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the process of oscillating between states
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a single complete execution of a periodically repeated phenomenon
Example
Musical instruments produce unique tones through oscillations within resonant acoustic cavities that reinforce particular vibration modes.
Gravitationally bound binary star systems undergo regular orbital oscillations as the pair revolve around their mutual center of mass.
Pendulums have proven useful for studying simple harmonic oscillation and modeling more complex periodic motions in dynamic systems.
She practiced the trill on the trumpet, focusing on achieving evenness and clarity in the rapid oscillation.
