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Traction Enhancer Crossword Clue

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noun

• a metal or leather projection (as from the sole of a shoe); prevents slipping

• a fastener (usually with two projecting horns) around which a rope can be secured

• a strip of wood or metal used to strengthen the surface to which it is attached

verb

• provide with cleats

• secure on a cleat

29%9 Snowy road traction enhancer
noun

• chain attached to wheels to increase traction on ice or snow

21%4 Lose traction
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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New York Times07 Oct 2005 Down 28
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