What level is the word "friction"?

"friction" is a B2 (Upper Intermediate) vocabulary word.

Which TV shows or movies use the word "friction"?

"friction" appears in: Breaking Bad, How I Met Your Mother, The Big Bang Theory.

Friction

What does "Friction" mean?

conflict or tension

"Friction" in a sentence

Real example sentences from TV shows and movies.

A little friction in the marriage right now.
— Breaking Bad S3E1

Oh,well,since all these roomie squabbles are still causing friction between you and Robin, I thought I'd help out.
— How I Met Your Mother S4E12

I'm detecting a little friction between you two, and I don't want to be a third rail.
— The Big Bang Theory S7E15

"Friction" in TV shows & movies

This word appears in 3 titles. Click to explore the full vocabulary list.

Breaking Bad How I Met Your Mother The Big Bang Theory

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