friction
Pronunciation: [ˈfrɪkʃən]
Word
Context: “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.
Example
The friction between the tires and the road helps the car to stop safely.
Example
Without enough friction, the book would slide off the table and fall.
Example
What happens to the speed of an object when there is a lot of friction?
Context: “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.
Example
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.
Example
What causes friction between friends?
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