traction
Prononciation : [ˈtrækʃən]
Contexte : « mechanics »
(noun) the grip or hold that one surface has on another. It helps things move without slipping, like how tires need good traction to drive safely.
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The new tires provided excellent traction on the wet road.
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Without proper traction, the car slid and couldn't stop in time.
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How much traction do these shoes have on a slippery floor?
Contexte : « medicine »
(noun) a medical treatment used to help heal broken bones or injuries. It involves pulling or stretching the body part to improve healing.
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The doctor recommended traction for her broken leg to help it heal properly.
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He didn't want traction because he was afraid it would hurt his back more.
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What type of traction do you think would work best for her injury?
Contexte : « business »
(noun) the gaining of popularity or success, often used to describe how well a product or idea is being accepted in the market.
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The new app gained a lot of traction in the tech community.
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The product failed to gain traction and was removed from the shelves.
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Do you think this marketing strategy will help the service gain traction?