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Accelerator
01
a pedal that controls the throttle valve
02
a valve that regulates the supply of fuel to the engine
03
a scientific instrument that increases the kinetic energy of charged particles
04
(chemistry) a substance that initiates or accelerates a chemical reaction without itself being affected
Example
He pressed his foot on the accelerator to increase the speed of the car.
The instructor advised the student to ease up on the accelerator, emphasizing the importance of a smoother driving experience.
The forklift operator learned to ride the accelerator and brake pedals carefully to navigate the warehouse.
When he needed to pass the slow-moving truck, he kicked down the accelerator, and the car smoothly shifted into a lower gear.
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