Foreshock

The foreshock of the earthquake was so strong that it caused some damage to the buildings.

The unsettled baby's cries foreshock a sleepless night for the parents.

Many people were still recovering from the effects of the foreshock when the larger earthquake struck.

The foreshock sent tremors throughout the town before the major earthquake hit.

The seismologist explained that a foreshock is caused by the movement of tectonic plates.