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brake

[breyk] / breɪk /




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"By identifying an internal brake that had until now gone unrecognized and by developing antibodies capable of neutralizing it, our researchers are offering an innovative solution to the limitations of current treatments," he said.

From Science Daily • Jun. 9, 2026

Some e-motos come with tail lights, but they don't have the brake lights and turn signals that the U.S.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 7, 2026

When rain falls on California shopping centers and warehouses, the water runs off parking lots carrying metal dust and chemicals from vehicle tires and brake pads, oil and grease from engines, and bacteria from trash.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 5, 2026

"Right now, it's like the AI industry has a gas pedal, but it doesn't have a brake pedal."

From BBC • Jun. 4, 2026

He tipped to the edge and watched the brake lights blinking on and off until they disappeared.

From "As Brave As You" by Jason Reynolds




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