braking 1 of 2

noun

as in deceleration
a usually gradual decrease in the pace or level of activity of something there's always a braking in sales after lunch

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braking

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verb

present participle of brake
as in slowing
to cause to move or proceed at a less rapid pace braked the car sharply when someone pulled out in front of us

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Recent Examples of braking
Noun
This comprises five customizable ride modes for the 805 RX, plus reverse, allowing riders to adjust characteristics including power delivery, traction control and regenerative braking. — New Atlas, 2 Sep. 2026 The vehicle will have regenerative braking that is commonplace on most fully electric cars. — Keith Laing, USA Today, 2 Sep. 2026 The legislation would have permitted insurers to use telematics technology to track speed, braking and other driving habits to establish a motorist’s safety record, a key component in setting individual premiums — as long as a motorist consented. — Los Angeles Times, 2 Sep. 2026 One of the first passenger tires tested turned in a disappointing wet-weather braking result. — Michael Febbo, The Drive, 2 Sep. 2026 Souter said his greatest beef is with the westbound truck drivers who use engine braking at the Osgood Avenue intersection in Oak Park Heights. — Mary Divine, Twin Cities, 26 Aug. 2026 Mandate proven vehicle safety technology like side guards and automatic braking. — Jessica Walker, New York Daily News, 24 Aug. 2026 In addition to Formula 1-standard safety barriers on the track, GPX Stream sends a driver’s in-car data and video to the pit lane, where Macleod can review braking, balance and line without occupying the passenger seat. — Lilian Raji, Forbes.com, 21 Aug. 2026 Because descending stairs is a demanding braking task, many people start to notice achy knees on their way down. — Dana Santas, CNN Money, 20 Aug. 2026
Verb
Be sure to stay alert, and give yourself plenty of braking distance. — Ca Weather Bot, Sacbee.com, 23 Aug. 2026 As the veteran approached a braking zone, the rear of his car stepped out and hit the wall, which ultimately left him stranded in the run-off area just ten minutes into the session. — Matt Reigle Outkick, FOXNews.com, 22 Aug. 2026 How to align yourself for better braking Just like a car, your body’s braking system requires proper alignment to evenly distribute the absorption of force. — Dana Santas, CNN Money, 20 Aug. 2026 Many advanced driver-assistance systems, or ADAS, can control a vehicle’s speed, braking and steering using cameras, sensors and/or mapping data. — Michael Wayland, CNBC, 15 Aug. 2026 He was ejected from his bike after braking suddenly while approaching a turning motorcycle in front of him, the department stated. — Angela George, Sioux Falls Argus Leader, 13 Aug. 2026 The car’s precise steering and remarkable braking system deliver a thrilling driving experience. — Jerry Perez, The Drive, 6 Aug. 2026 The Deadwood includes Road, Sport and Rain riding modes, cruise control, tire-pressure monitoring and cornering-sensitive traction and braking systems. — Josh Max, Forbes.com, 27 July 2026 Witness Hoon Chan Sim, 53, was sitting on a park lawn with his dog near West Drive when he was startled by the squeal of braking tires, and spun around to see the horrific collision. — Lincoln Anderson, New York Daily News, 25 July 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for braking
  1. deceleration
  2. slowing
  3. retardation
  4. decline
  5. drop
  6. slowdown
Noun
  • Over time, without regular use, the back of the body can lose its functional capacity for deceleration, which is when chronic knee pain generally starts to show up.
    — Dana Santas, CNN Money, 20 Aug. 2026
  • But Delapierre was flung forwards violently by the rapid deceleration and suffered a nasty face-plant into the cockpit.
    — Andrew Rice, New York Times, 20 Aug. 2026
Definition of deceleration
Verb
  • What remains of the rock by this stage shrinks rapidly, also slowing significantly, with this slowdown occurring faster if the rock has fragmented more successfully.
    — Robert Lea, Space.com, 1 Sep. 2026
  • Using a largely obscure real estate company, the church has been quickly expanding its holdings in numerous states and isn’t showing any signs of slowing down.
    — Justin Klawans, TheWeek, 1 Sep. 2026
Definition of slowing
Noun
  • The Everrati's left pedal operates pads on discs in the normal fashion, but the motors also give powerful regenerative retardation when the accelerator is lifted.
    — Mike Duff, Car and Driver, 18 June 2021
  • The policy of retardation of submarine technology ended right after the beginning of the Anglo-German naval race (marked by the German Naval Laws of 1898 and 1900).
    — chicagotribune.com, chicagotribune.com, 28 July 2017
Definition of retardation
Noun
  • Larger coupon payments now provide a cushion against further price declines, unlike the low-yield environment earlier this decade.
    — Lee Ying Shan, CNBC, 3 Sep. 2026
  • Later, Hammer filmed her body’s visible decline from a long battle with cancer, concluding with her death in 2019 at age 79.
    — Rachel Handler, Vulture, 2 Sep. 2026
Definition of decline
Noun
  • The surprise drop kicked off a 60-day countdown for the re-issue.
    — Caché McClay, USA Today, 28 Aug. 2026
  • Smooth it through damp hair before styling or use a few drops on dry lengths for an extra hit of shine and polish.
    — Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 28 Aug. 2026
Definition of drop
Noun
  • Though job creation held positive, August was the smallest gain since January and reflective of a broader slowdown in the labor market.
    — Jeff Cox, CNBC, 2 Sep. 2026
  • What remains of the rock by this stage shrinks rapidly, also slowing significantly, with this slowdown occurring faster if the rock has fragmented more successfully.
    — Robert Lea, Space.com, 1 Sep. 2026
Definition of slowdown

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“Braking.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/braking. Accessed 5 Sep. 2026.

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