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ground fail·ure
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ground failurenoun
An effect of seismic activity, such as an earthquake, where the ground becomes very soft, due to the shaking, and acts like a liquid, causing landslides, spreading, and settling.
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Ground failure
The term ground failure is a general reference to landslides, liquefaction, lateral spreads, and any other consequence of shaking that affects the stability of the ground.
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Chaldean Numerology
The numerical value of ground failure in Chaldean Numerology is: 8
Pythagorean Numerology
The numerical value of ground failure in Pythagorean Numerology is: 7
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