braking distance

noun

the approximate distance a vehicle needs to come to a complete stop after the brakes are applied.

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the act of or need for making up one's mind.
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Words nearby braking distance

brake-van, brakeage, brakeman, braker, brakesman, braking distance, braking time, brakpan, brale, braless, bram
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