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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 Large Hadron Collider is a powerful accelerator designed to study the behavior of subatomic particles.
When he needed to pass the slow-moving truck, he kicked down the accelerator, and the car smoothly shifted into a lower gear.
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.
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