How to pronounce “slam on the brakes”

Meaning

• [Verb]
• (slang, literally) To press down hard on the brakes of a vehicle in order to make it stop suddenly.
• (slang, figuratively) To abruptly halt any activity or progress, especially due to problems or financial reasons.

Practice Nearby Words

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