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| against |
We often use "against" when we talk about something touching or hitting something else with strong force. When waves crash against a beach, it means that the waves hit the beach with force. [1/4 definitions] |
| air bag |
a bag in the front of some cars that blows up with air instantly in a crash to stop the passengers from being thrown forward. |
| collision |
an act or instance of coming together with force; crash. |
| crash1 |
When you crash something, you destroy it with a lot of force and you cause a loud noise. [4/7 definitions] |
| impact |
the coming together of objects with great force; crash; collision [1/3 definitions] |
| jar2 |
to crash into or bump so as to cause movement; jolt. [3/4 definitions] |
| knock |
to bump or crash. [1/6 definitions] |
| seat belt |
a strap or belt that holds a person in the seat of a car, airplane, or other vehicle. Seat belts protect people against a sudden stop or crash. |
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