Definition of Pendulum

something hanging and swinging freely back and forth under the influence of gravity

Examples of Pendulum in a sentence

When the pendulum clock strikes twelve, it produces a heavy clanging.  🔊

When a pendulum reaches the limit of its swing, it stays put for a split second.  🔊

Politically speaking, the pendulum has swung so far to the left that it must reverse trend.  🔊

Janet’s hair mimics the swinging of a pendulum when she goes out for a run.  🔊

The rhythm of the pendulum was interrupted by a sudden gush of air.  🔊

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