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Street Talk 1 - Lesson 5

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Street Talk 1
bumper-to-bumper
[Adjective]

used of traffic

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to accelerate very fast, particularly so that smoke can be seen coming out from the tires

Ex: The teenager wanted to impress his friends, so he burned rubber in the parking lot, leaving tire marks behind.
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stop operating or functioning

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to experience a massive defeat by someone in any competitive situation

Ex: The company is growing so quickly that its competitors are eating its dust in the market.
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a minor car accident that usually involves small damage to the vehicles

Ex: The police officer took a quick report for the fender-bender.
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flat
[noun]

a deflated pneumatic tire

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to floor
[Verb]

to press the accelerator pedal down as far as it will go to make the vehicle go very fast

Ex: She floored the car to overtake the slow truck on the road .
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a vehicle with four wheels, commonly referred to as a car, truck, or ATV

Ex: The farmer used a rugged four-wheeler to navigate the muddy fields .
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fuzz
[noun]

uncomplimentary terms for a policeman

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to hop up
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to modify a vehicle or its engine to enhance its power or performance

Ex: The auto shop specializes in hopping up trucks for off-road enthusiasts .
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jalopy
[noun]

an old, dilapidated car in poor condition

Ex: They restored the jalopy to its former glory with new paint and upholstery .
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to cross a street or road without following the rules, typically by crossing outside of crosswalks or against traffic signals

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the act of starting a vehicle with a discharged battery using power from another vehicle's battery

Ex: I learned how to do a jump-start in case of emergencies.
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to defeat or outperform someone or something with ease

Ex: The video gamer leaving his opponent in the dust with his expert knowledge of the game mechanics and quick reflexes .
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officer
[noun]

a member of the police

Ex: Two officers were discussing the recent robberies .
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to leave a place swiftly in a vehicle, often making the wheels leave behind skid marks

Ex: Excited by the open road, Jake couldn't resist the urge to peel out of the driveway, leaving skid marks behind.
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in a state that is extremely efficient or active

Ex: With the deadline approaching , the team into high gear and worked around the clock to finish the project .
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used to say that a vehicle is driven with great speed

Ex: In the final stretch of the marathon, she put the pedal to the metal and sprinted towards the finish line.
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to hit the back of another vehicle with the front of your vehicle

Ex: The driver failed to stop in time and rear-ended the vehicle ahead.
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to rev up
[Verb]

to increase the speed of an engine

Ex: In a drag race , drivers rev up their engines to get a quick start .
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a car, particularly one that is very desirable or expensive

Ex: The teenager worked a part-time job to save up for a set of wheels to have more independence.
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an extra tire kept in a vehicle for use in case one of the main tires becomes flat or damaged

Ex: He stored an emergency kit with tools and a flashlight near the spare tire in the trunk .
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to fill a vehicle or container with fuel or liquid

Ex: Please remember to tank up the generator before the power outage hits .
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wheel
[noun]

a handwheel that is used for steering

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to beat
[Verb]

to surpass or outdo someone or something

Ex: I think this new phone beats the previous model in terms of battery life.
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to accelerate very fast, particularly so that smoke can be seen coming out from the tires

Ex: The teenager wanted to impress his friends, so he burned rubber in the parking lot, leaving tire marks behind.
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to closely examine to see if someone is suitable or something is true

Ex: The team will check out the equipment to ensure it 's in working order .
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clunker
[noun]

an old car that is in poor condition and often unreliable

Ex: Despite its age , the clunker held sentimental value for him because it was his first car .
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cop
[noun]

someone who works as one of the members of a police force

Ex: The cops worked together to solve the complex case and bring the perpetrator to justice .
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jeez
[interjection]

used to express surprise or disbelief

Ex: Jeez, I did n't know you could play the guitar so well !
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knock it off
[interjection]

used to express annoyance or frustration with someone's actions and to demand that they stop those actions

Ex: Enough with the pranks already.
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to have a tendency to drive very fast

Ex: The racing enthusiast admitted has a lead foot on the track but is mindful of speed limits on regular roads .
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pile
[noun]

a noticeably huge number or amount of a particular thing

Ex: As the event ended , there was a pile of leftover food that needed to be donated .
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so what
[interjection]

used to express indifference, dismissiveness, or lack of concern

Ex: I made a mistake.
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to soak
[Verb]

to impose high charges, taxes, or fees on something or someone

Ex: He felt that the system was designed to soak working families with additional costs .
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on a dime
[phrase]

used to describe something, typically an action or change, that is done without any difficulty or hesitation

Ex: She was on a dime, showcasing her figure skating skills with grace .
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sucker
[noun]

a person who is gullible and easy to take advantage of

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to take a vehicle for a brief, leisurely ride

Ex: After a busy day, taking a spin on her motorcycle was the perfect way for her to unwind.
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to total
[Verb]

to completely destroy a vehicle, making it beyond repair

Ex: She accidentally totaled her new SUV while driving on the icy road .
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whoa
[interjection]

used to express surprise, astonishment, or excitement

Ex: Whoa, that 's unbelievable !
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yeah
[interjection]

used as another way of saying 'yes'

Ex: Yeah, I 've finished the report for the meeting .
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collide with the broad side of

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blowout
[noun]

a large and lavish feast, often with excessive food and drink

Ex: We planned a small dinner, but it quickly escalated into a full-scale blowout.
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to navigate a turn or curve with exceptional control, stability, and precision, as if the vehicle were following a set path or track

Ex: By the time we reached the mountain pass, the car had cornered like it was on rails.
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to jinx
[Verb]

cast a spell over someone or something; put a hex on someone or something

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punch it
[interjection]

used to tell someone to accelerate or speed up quickly, typically by pressing the accelerator in a vehicle

Ex: Hurry up!
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to drive through an intersection when the traffic light is red, typically in violation of traffic laws

Ex: You shouldrun a red light, even if no cars are coming .
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slammer
[noun]

a place where individuals are confined as punishment for committing crimes

Ex: The corrupt businessman managed to avoid the slammer despite overwhelming evidence against him .
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to suddenly and unexpectedly lose air in a tire, usually due to a puncture, excessive wear, or a burst, causing a vehicle to become difficult or unsafe to drive

Ex: He was lucky the car did n’t swerve off the road when blew a tire at high speed .
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dashboard
[noun]

the panel placed inside a vehicle, below the glass at the front, that is facing the driver or pilot and contains most of the controls and switches

Ex: She wiped down the dashboard to remove the dust .
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a small, high-performance automobile designed to seat only two people, often referring to classic hot rods, particularly the 1932 Ford Coupe, which was popular in early American car culture

Ex: The song "Little Deuce Coupe" by The Beach Boys made this type of car famous worldwide.
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flatfoot
[noun]

a member of a law enforcement agency responsible for maintaining public order, preventing and investigating crimes, and enforcing laws within a given jurisdiction

Ex: The police officer issued a warning instead of a ticket this time.
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punch it
[interjection]

used to tell someone to accelerate or speed up quickly, typically by pressing the accelerator in a vehicle

Ex: Hurry up!
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a device, typically a radar detector, used in vehicles to detect police radar signals, helping drivers avoid speeding tickets

Ex: The fuzz-buster went off , signaling that there was a police car nearby .
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a traffic accident where two vehicles hit each other directly from the front

Ex: Road safety measures , such as installing center barriers , aim to reduce the occurrence of head-on collisions on busy roads .
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a vehicle, especially a car or truck, that is modified to have a raised suspension, resulting in a higher ride height than standard vehicles

Ex: She loved the smooth ride of her high rider, especially on bumpy country roads .
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to suddenly or forcefully apply the brakes of a vehicle, often to avoid an accident or stop abruptly

Ex: Taxi jammed the brake, but it still the van 's fault for not keeping a safe distance .
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lemon
[noun]

a flawed or defective item, especially referring to an unsatisfactory automobile

Ex: Their new washing machine was a lemon, constantly breaking down and requiring repairs .
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to make something more energetic, exciting, or vibrant

Ex: The athletes are about light it up in the final quarter of the game .
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loaded
[Adjective]

(of a vehicle) equipped with a variety of additional features or accessories, such as a premium sound system, leather seats, or advanced technology

Ex: She chose the loaded model because it had everything she wanted .
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low rider
[noun]

a car that has been modified to sit lower to the ground, often with customized features

Ex: Low riders are known for their unique suspension systems .
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to suddenly and forcefully apply the brakes in a vehicle, often causing the car to stop abruptly

Ex: The driver nailed the brakes, causing the tires to squeal in protest.
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pile-up
[noun]

a collision involving multiple vehicles, often caused by poor visibility or sudden braking

Ex: Drivers should maintain a safe following distance to prevent contributing to a pile-up in heavy traffic .
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to quickly release the clutch in a manual transmission vehicle, typically when starting the engine or attempting to shift gears

Ex: I pop the clutch to get the car rolling down the hill after the engine stalled .
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a vehicle, typically an old or poorly maintained one, that makes a lot of noise or rattles due to its condition. Often used to describe a car in poor shape

Ex: He sold me a rattletrap for a cheap price , but it broke down after only a week .
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to modify a vehicle or its engine to enhance its power or performance

Ex: Car enthusiasts often enjoy souping their vehicles up to achieve better performance.
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to perform a driving maneuver where the vehicle spins in tight circles, typically on its rear tires, often creating smoke from the tires. It is commonly associated with reckless or show-off driving

Ex: The car spinning doughnuts on the icy road , narrowly missing the sidewalk .
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to strip
[Verb]

to clear out or empty a space of its contents

Ex: Before the remodeling project began , they stripped the kitchen of its appliances and cabinets .
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to tail
[Verb]

to drive closely behind another car, typically in a way that may be considered aggressive or dangerous

Ex: Tailing someone in heavy traffic can be risky, especially if you don't keep a safe distance.
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wheelie
[noun]

a maneuver in which a vehicle is temporarily balanced on its back two wheels, with the front wheels lifted off the ground

Ex: Wheelies can be dangerous if not done properly, as they can lead to loss of control.
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