friction
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That is, leadership, cohesion, discipline, and the ability to operate amid uncertainty, friction and sustained risk.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 3, 2026
Despite the friction between Sweet and the toy manufacturer, he continued to make his rounds at conventions like Comic-Con, talking all things Masters of the Universe with dedicated fans.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 30, 2026
And this friction is unlikely to help much.
From BBC • Apr. 29, 2026
With global geopolitical friction only heightened since the last meeting, it was unclear what the gathering at UN headquarters could achieve.
From Barron's • Apr. 27, 2026
When there was any friction between people—if my father or mother had had to scold Joseph, David, or me for instance—he would sense it and hide.
From "Z for Zachariah" by Robert C. O’Brien
Vocabulary lists containing friction
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