hits the brakes
- slamsForceful closings or criticisms
- stopsCeases to continue
- screechesHigh-pitched harsh cries
- tiresRubber wheel coverings
- pedalFoot-operated lever
skid · halt · swerve · sudden · screech · rubber · pavement · jolt · emergency · collision · tailgate · reflex · squeal · momentum · whiplash · caution · panic · red light
stopping/halting vs. continuing/proceeding
hits the brakesfull speed ahead
Command for maximum thrust
pushes forward · forges ahead · presses on · plows ahead · keeps going