as in slowed
to cause to move or proceed at a less rapid pace
an herbicide to retard the growth of weeds
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Not yet aware of her injury, Simms slowed and asked a man on the side of the road if her tires were still in good shape.—
Nathan Pilling,
Kansas City Star,
19 June 2026 -
The suspect slowed down nearly immediately after but continued to drive away from police.—
Matthew Rodriguez,
CBS News,
19 June 2026
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The driver of a Ford Escape steered to the right and braked hard but was unable to avoid a collision with the Kia in the right shoulder and right lane area of the highway, according to the warrant affidavit.—
Justin Muszynski,
Hartford Courant,
9 June 2026
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This is motorized like the rear seats, and supports pulling 750kg unbraked or a generous 2,400kg braked.—
James Morris,
Forbes.com,
20 May 2026
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“Retarded.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/retarded. Accessed 20 Jun. 2026.
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