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Vocabulary Entry
brakes
|noun • verb
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N
noun
A device for slowing or stopping the motion of a vehicle.
Example Sentences
"She pressed the brakes hard to avoid the collision."
"The car is equipped with anti-lock brakes for better control."
"Always check the brakes before a long journey."
V
verb
To slow down or stop (a vehicle).
Example Sentences
"He had to brake suddenly to avoid hitting the deer."
"Make sure to brake gently on slippery roads."
"If you brake too hard, you might lose control of the vehicle."