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friction

[frik-shuhn] / ˈfrɪk ʃən /




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This is not the world’s biggest problem, but it has created a lot more friction when I’ve tried to use my top sports apps to, well, check sports scores.

From Slate • Jun. 10, 2026

“There’s a lot less friction to discovering new songs,” said Matt Bailey, founder of the music analytics company Hit Momentum.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 3, 2026

“But if there’s friction between us and the industry, they’re less likely to report it.”

From Salon • Jun. 2, 2026

In his essay, Sir Tony said he agreed with some of the government's policies, including investment in infrastructure, reform of the planning system and reducing trade friction with Europe.

From BBC • May 28, 2026

When the potential energy in the fault becomes greater than the force, called friction, that holds the plates together, the top plate breaks free and springs upward.

From "Meltdown" by Deirdre Langeland




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