brake

Example Sentences

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This process releases energy in a phenomenon known as bremsstrahlung, or "braking radiation."

From Science Daily

“I didn’t know whether to press on the brakes or not,” she said.

From Los Angeles Times

A lieutenant called AI without safety like driving on a highway without brakes.

From The Wall Street Journal

At the center of the work is a way to undo a built in "brake" that tumors can trigger to keep immune cells from attacking.

From Science Daily

“So many drivers suddenly brake in front of you, for seemingly no reason. Then after we all come to a stop, turn on their signal. Why bother at this time?”

From Los Angeles Times