throttle
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"Our season continues exactly as planned, uninterrupted and at full throttle," O'Neil wrote.
From BBC • Apr. 16, 2026
The maximum rate was accessible only when a driver had lifted off the throttle and the wings had closed.
From BBC • Apr. 3, 2026
Shakira gently ushered Spanish into the American radio waves with 2005’s massive “Hips Don’t Lie,” then full throttle with Alejandro Sanz in their reggaeton hit “La Tortura.”
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 18, 2026
They have to run full out when power demand is highest and then throttle back the rest of the time.
From Barron's • Mar. 11, 2026
Holly reined in the throttle and descended to ninety yards.
From "Artemis Fowl" by Eoin Colfer
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