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Meaning of Swift Quake | Babel Free

Noun CEFR B2

Definitions

Either of two minor earthquakes in Seattle, occurring on July 22 and 23, 2023, caused by fans at a Taylor Swift concert.

Examples

“The "Swift Quake" was recorded by the same seismic station, located just outside Lumen Field.”

“She [Jackie Caplan-Auerbach] found that the "Swift Quakes" were longer and more powerful than the "Beast Quake."”

“No longer am I the person who studies volcanoes. I'm the person who's known for the Swift Quake. It's totally ridiculous. People have asked: Has Taylor Swift reached out? No, Taylor Swift has not reached out.”

CEFR level

B2

Upper Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.

See also

swift tern swift-handedness Swift-Tuttle swiftboat Swiftdom Swifter