dynamics
Americannoun
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(used with a singular verb) the branch of mechanics that deals with the motion and equilibrium of systems under the action of forces, usually from outside the system.
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(used with a plural verb) the motivating or driving forces, physical or moral, in any field.
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(used with a plural verb) the pattern or history of growth, change, and development in any field.
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(used with a plural verb) variation and gradation in the volume of musical sound.
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(used with a singular verb) psychodynamics.
noun
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(functioning as singular) the branch of mechanics concerned with the forces that change or produce the motions of bodies Compare statics kinematics
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(functioning as singular) the branch of mechanics that includes statics and kinetics See statics kinetics
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(functioning as singular) the branch of any science concerned with forces
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those forces that produce change in any field or system
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music
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the various degrees of loudness called for in performance
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Also called: dynamic marks. dynamic markings. directions and symbols used to indicate degrees of loudness
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The branch of physics that deals with the effects of forces on the motions of bodies.
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Also called kinetics
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Compare kinematics
Etymology
Origin of dynamics
Example Sentences
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He added that political appointees at the CDC “are qualified for their roles” and said complaints about internal dynamics “reflect a small number of employees and do not represent the broader workforce.”
It’s a despicable choice — one that will come back into the fray later in the series’ tenure — but one that succinctly reflects the show’s dynamics.
From Salon
It’s a return to “traditional” dynamics, he added.
From Barron's
It’s a return to “traditional” dynamics, he added.
From Barron's
“Sellers need an experienced agent who understands their neighborhood market dynamics and has the right pricing and marketing strategy for today’s market — not 2021’s market.”
From MarketWatch
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