Skid

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NOUN

one of a pair of planks used to make a track for rolling or sliding objects

a restraint provided when the brake linings are moved hydraulically against the brake drum to retard the wheel's rotation

an unexpected slide

VERB

slide without control

elevate onto skids

apply a brake or skid to

move obliquely or sideways, usually in an uncontrolled manner

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