rolling motion

Frequency: 7.09.5 per million words

A continuous side-to-side or up-and-down movement, like a ship on water.

rollingADJECTIVE + NOUN

Categories:

motion

Examples (10)

  • The ship's rolling motion made many passengers feel seasick.
  • Engineers designed the structure to absorb the rolling motion caused by strong winds.
  • She found the gentle rolling motion of the train quite soothing.
  • The constant rolling motion of the waves lulled the baby to sleep.
  • A smooth rolling motion is essential for the machine's efficient operation.
  • He felt a peculiar rolling motion in his stomach after the bumpy ride.
  • The earthquake's initial phase was characterized by a subtle rolling motion.
  • Dancers often use a fluid rolling motion to express grace and continuity.
  • The large ball gained speed with each powerful rolling motion down the hill.
  • Despite the rough waters, the captain managed to control the severe rolling motion of the vessel.