spare tire

noun

1
: an extra tire for a car
2
informal : a roll of fat around the waist

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Core values should not be thought of as a spare tire in the trunk. Dan Pontefract, Forbes.com, 15 Apr. 2025 In addition to the aforementioned interior layout, the build comes standard with exterior upgrades like an Owl Vans rear spare tire carrier/ladder, Owl side steps, KC HiLites off-road lighting, and an exterior awning. New Atlas, 12 Mar. 2025 The troops searched the vehicle, finding a plastic bag of fentanyl pills under the spare tire. Mary Beth Sheridan The Washington Post, arkansasonline.com, 2 Mar. 2025 Tactical Application Vehicles The Trail Dog also comes with a spare tire and rim, a cabinet for storage in the front, a propane tank holder with room for an additional bottle, and support for roof racks. New Atlas, 1 Dec. 2024 See All Example Sentences for spare tire

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“Spare tire.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/spare%20tire. Accessed 23 Apr. 2025.

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