earthquake-resistant

[US]/[ˈɜːθkweɪk rɪˈzɪstənt]/
[UK]/[ˈɜːrθkweɪk rɪˈzɪstənt]/
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Translation

adj.Designed or built to withstand earthquakes.; Able to resist the effects of earthquakes.
n.A structure or design that is earthquake-resistant.

Phrases & Collocations

earthquake-resistant design

earthquake-resistant building

highly earthquake-resistant

becoming earthquake-resistant

earthquake-resistant structures

earthquake-resistant materials

earthquake-resistant technology

earthquake-resistant zone

earthquake-resistant features

earthquake-resistant system

Example Sentences

the new school was designed to be earthquake-resistant.

engineers are developing earthquake-resistant building materials.

the bridge features an earthquake-resistant structure to withstand tremors.

earthquake-resistant construction is crucial in areas prone to seismic activity.

we need earthquake-resistant homes to protect families from disasters.

the hospital was retrofitted to be more earthquake-resistant.

this earthquake-resistant design incorporates flexible joints.

the city council mandated earthquake-resistant standards for new construction.

earthquake-resistant features include reinforced concrete and steel bracing.

the company specializes in earthquake-resistant infrastructure projects.

they used advanced technology to create an earthquake-resistant foundation.

the museum's collection is stored in an earthquake-resistant vault.

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