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TRACTION

(noun, verb)
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Definitions

There are 3 meanings of the word Traction.

Traction - as a noun

The friction between a body and the surface on which it moves (as between an automobile tire and the road)

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
adhesive frictiongrip

(orthopedics) the act of pulling on a bone or limb (as in a fracture) to relieve pressure or align parts in a special way during healing

Example: "His leg was in traction for several days"

Traction - as a verb

To apply a sustained pull to (a limb, etc.).

Example Sentences

"The car struggled to gain traction on the icy road."
"The new marketing campaign helped the company gain traction in the market."
"The athlete's shoes had excellent traction on the wet track."
"The government's new policies failed to gain traction among the opposition."
"The company's stock price gained traction after the positive earnings report."
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Word Game Points

Is TRACTION a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, traction is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

TRACTION has a SCRABBLE points total of 10.

Is TRACTION a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, traction is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
TRACTION has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 12.

Is TRACTION a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, traction is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
TRACTION has a WORDFEUD points total of 11.

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