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Punctured Tire

Description:

A punctured tire refers to a tire that has been pierced or damaged, often resulting in loss of air pressure and potential inability to function properly. It is a common issue faced by many vehicle owners that can be caused by various sharp objects or debris on the road.

Parts of Speech:

As a noun: A punctured tire can cause inconvenience and potential hazards to drivers.

As a verb: The nail punctured the tire, causing it to deflate.

As an adjective: The punctured tire required immediate repair.

Senses and Usages:

1. Literal Sense:

When used literally, a punctured tire refers to a tire that has suffered damage or a hole, leading to air leakage and flatness. It requires immediate attention and either patching or replacing the affected tire.

Example sentence: I had to change my punctured tire on the side of the road.

2. Metaphorical Sense:

The term "punctured tire" is sometimes used metaphorically to describe a person or situation that has experienced a setback or obstacle, hindering progress or success.

Example sentence: After his failure in the recent exam, he felt like a punctured tire, losing confidence in his abilities.

Possible Related Products:

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• Puncture Repair Kit
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• Spare Tire
• Tire Pressure Gauge