brake; stop; curb
Meanings
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to brake; to stop a vehicle
Refers to using brakes or similar mechanisms to stop a moving vehicle. Also written as 煞车.
The driver braked suddenly, avoiding an accident.
Seeing the red light, he braked quickly.
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When riding a bicycle, you need to pay attention to braking in time.
verb
to cut off power; to stop a machine
Refers to stopping machinery by cutting off the power source.
The machine is showing abnormalities; please stop it immediately.
Before leaving work, stop the machines and cut power to ensure safety.
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The operator stopped the machine too abruptly, causing equipment damage.
verb
to put a stop to; to curb; to halt (figurative)
Figurative usage meaning to stop or suppress something undesirable, such as a trend or bad practice.
The trend of exaggeration must be curbed.
We must resolutely put a stop to this kind of wasteful behavior.
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The government introduced policies to put the brakes on the real estate market.
noun
brake (device); braking system
Refers to the braking device or system in vehicles.
This car's brakes are very responsive.
The brakes have failed; jump out quickly!
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Please check the braking system.
The handbrake wasn't pulled tight, and the car rolled down the slope.