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shock absorber

noun

, Machinery.

a device for damping sudden and rapid motion, as the recoil of a spring-mounted object from shock.

shock absorber

any device designed to absorb mechanical shock, esp one fitted to a motor vehicle to damp the recoil of the suspension springs

First recorded in 1905–10

But Betty thought that she would not enjoy being a shock absorber and felt none too comfortable.

I need you as a shock absorber, said Lucia in a low tone, a half smile twisting her lips, and Betty made a low response.

The blind adult soon realizes that "humor is a shock absorber," and that "mirth is the soul's best medicine."

I was not with them when they discovered the first clewI think it was a shock absorber; was it not, Walter?

The searcher for thrills or the touring shock absorber will find nothing in London to rattle his psychic slats.

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