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friction

[frik-shuhn] / ˈfrɪk ʃən /




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In their announcement of the 200th strike, the military posted on X, “SOUTHCOM is unwavering in its commitment to applying total systemic friction on the cartels.”

From Salon • Jun. 4, 2026

Despite the friction in US-Canada relations, Greer has said that he envisions preserving parts of the USMCA.

From Barron's • Jun. 2, 2026

This repeated flexing generates internal heat through friction, a process known as tidal heating.

From Science Daily • May 29, 2026

Manifold’s hands-on approach at times created friction between the chairman and senior management—including the company’s new CEO, according to people familiar with the matter.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 27, 2026

Clothes remained a subject of considerable friction, but the matter that threatened to affect Dad’s stability was jazz.

From "Cheaper by the Dozen" by Frank B. Gilbreth Jr. and Ernestine Gilbreth Carey




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