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defensive driving

American

[dih-fen-siv drahy-ving] / dɪˈfɛn sɪv ˈdraɪ vɪŋ /

noun

the practice of using driving strategies that minimize risk and help avoid accidents, as by predicting hazards on the road (often used attributively).

Get an insurance discount by taking a defensive driving course.

Etymology

Origin of defensive driving

First recorded in 1935–40

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defensive driving

There has been a controversy, too, over Verstappen’s on-track racing tactics, caused by his defensive driving against Norris in Austin in October.

From BBC ● Nov. 21, 2024

During the six-month academy, rookie officers get 912 hours of training in areas such as firing weapons, defensive driving and de-escalation techniques.

From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 20, 2024

Carter also must complete 50 hours of community service and a state-approved defensive driving course.

From Seattle Times ● Mar. 16, 2023

That same year, he started teaching his sons’ friends defensive driving skills, which soon led him to become the founder of B.R.A.K.E.S.

From Washington Post ● Feb. 21, 2023

Getting in and out is an exercise in evasive not to mention defensive driving.

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