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steering

Pronunciation: [ˈstɪrɪŋ]

Word

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

Context: “transportation”

(noun) the system that helps control the direction of a vehicle like a car or a boat. It's what you use to turn left or right when you're driving.

Example

The steering on this car is very smooth and easy to control.

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The steering in that old truck was so loose that it was hard to drive straight.

Example

How does the steering feel when you turn the wheel?

Context: “transportation”

(verb) to control the direction of a vehicle by moving the steering wheel. It’s how you guide the car where you want it to go.

Example

She is steering the boat carefully around the rocks.

Example

He was not steering the bike properly, leading to a fall.

Example

Can you show me how to steer a go-kart?

Context: “guidance”

(verb) to guide or direct something, like a group of people or a discussion. It’s like helping others know where to go or what to think.

Example

The teacher is steering the discussion towards more important topics.

Example

He was not steering the meeting, and it got very confusing.

Example

How can we steer this project in the right direction?

How to pronounce steering

Pronunciation: [ˈstɪrɪŋ]

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