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accelerator

Pronunciation: [əkˈsɛl.ə.reɪ.tər]

Word

Learn how to use accelerator in a sentence: 9 audio examples across 3 meanings.

Context: “vehicles”

(noun) a part of a vehicle that you press with your foot to make it go faster. It's like a pedal in a car. When you push it, the car speeds up.

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I pressed the accelerator to speed up the car as we drove down the highway.

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He didn't press the accelerator hard enough, so the car was moving very slowly.

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How do you use the accelerator to make the car go faster?

Context: “science”

(noun) a machine or device that increases the speed of particles, like electrons, in scientific experiments. Scientists use it to learn more about tiny things.

Example

The researchers used a particle accelerator to study the tiny building blocks of matter.

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Without the accelerator, the experiment could not take place since the particles wouldn't move quickly enough.

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What is the main purpose of a particle accelerator in science?

Context: “business”

(noun) a program or organization that helps new businesses grow quickly. It's like a school for startups where they learn how to succeed.

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The startup joined an accelerator to get advice and support to help their business grow.

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Without joining an accelerator, many startups struggle to find the right path and resources.

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What benefits can a new company get by joining an accelerator?

How to pronounce accelerator

Pronunciation: [əkˈsɛl.ə.reɪ.tər]

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