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wheelies

Pronunciation: [ˈwiːliz]

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Learn how to use wheelies in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “games”

(noun) wheelies are tricks done on bikes or motorcycles where you lift the front wheel off the ground and balance on the back wheel. It's a fun way to show off and is often done by riders who want to impress others.

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Yesterday, I learned how to do wheelies on my bicycle, and it was so much fun!

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He tried to do a wheelie, but his bike fell over instead.

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Can you show me how you do those awesome wheelies?

Context: “games”

(verb) to do a wheelie means to lift the front wheel of a bike or motorcycle off the ground while riding. It's like balancing on just the back wheel and requires practice to get it right.

Example

I did a wheelie down the street, and my friends cheered for me!

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She couldn't do a wheelie yesterday, but she's getting better every day.

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Have you ever tried to wheelie on your bike?

How to pronounce wheelies

Pronunciation: [ˈwiːliz]

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