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skids
verb(skid)
move obliquely or sideways, usually in an uncontrolled manner
Synonyms: slew, slide, slip, slue,
Examples:
The wheels skidded against the sidewalk.
skids
noun(skid)
an unexpected slide
Synonyms: sideslip, slip,
skids
noun(skid)
a restraint provided when the brake linings are moved hydraulically against the brake drum to retard the wheel's rotation
Synonyms: brake shoe, shoe,
skids
verb(skid)
apply a brake or skid to
skids
verb(skid)
elevate onto skids
skids
noun(skid)
one of a pair of planks used to make a track for rolling or sliding objects
skids
verb(skid)
slide without control
Examples:
The car skidded in the curve on the wet road.

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