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friction

Prononciation : [ˈfrɪkʃən]

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Contexte : « physics »

(noun) a force that happens when two things rub against each other. It can slow down or stop things, like when you slide a book across a table and it doesn't move easily because of friction.

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The friction between the tires and the road helps the car to stop safely.

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Without enough friction, the book would slide off the table and fall.

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What happens to the speed of an object when there is a lot of friction?

Contexte : « relationship »

(noun) a disagreement or tension that happens between people or groups. It’s like when two friends argue a lot and have a hard time getting along.

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There was some friction between the teammates, but they worked it out in the end.

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The friction in their friendship made it difficult for them to communicate.

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What causes friction between friends?

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