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Gas Pedal

A gas pedal, also known as an accelerator pedal or throttle pedal, is a floor-mounted foot-controlled device found in vehicles. It is used to control the amount of fuel being delivered to the engine, thereby controlling the vehicle's speed.

Senses and Usages:

1. Noun - Automotive: The pedal in a vehicle that is pressed down with the foot to increase the speed of the vehicle. It is typically located on the right side of the footwell.
2. Noun - Figurative: A metaphorical reference to the idea of increasing or advancing a situation, process, or activity.

Sample Sentences:

• 1. I gently pressed the gas pedal to accelerate the car smoothly.
• 2. He floored the gas pedal and the car shot forward with tremendous speed.
• 3. The politician promised to step on the gas pedal and drive economic growth.
• 4. Artists are constantly looking for ways to push the creative gas pedal.

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