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Example sentences for: friction

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In a special section on President Clinton's visit to China, the South China Morning Post of Hong Kong reported from Beijing that "the trip has left friends of the U.S. feeling sore and [has] caused friction in China's diplomatic relations."
Altered tissue feel can be validated in part by measuring skin moisture, temperature, friction, and resistance to pressure.
The Wall Street Journal wrote that Tarses' tenure at ABC was marked by few hits but a great deal of personal friction.
For years it has been sub-editing practice to headline pieces in a punning manner: in the Books section of October 11, for example, we have, The art of friction, Tartar source, Reef encounters, Class menagerie.
Once a ply is laid down, it is almost impossible to shift it because of the friction between the plies.