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hand brake

NOUN
emergency brake
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NOUN
parking brake
Synonyms


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For example, follistatin effectively releases the hand brake on muscle development by blocking myostatin, the protein that normally keeps it in check.

From Slate Mar. 30, 2026

The thought of adding a half dozen nations much poorer than almost all current members has several already grabbing for the hand brake.

From Seattle Times Oct. 5, 2023

The lawsuit suggests that the brake configuration on the RadRunner caused the e-bike to “wobble” and shake when Molly’s friend pulled on the front hand brake.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 5, 2022

An elderly lady had been run over by her own car after forgetting to put on the hand brake.

From New York Times Nov. 21, 2017

It now has big wheels, a padded seat, and a broader footrest, plus a serious seat belt and a hand brake for safety.

From "The Running Dream" by Wendelin Van Draanen




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