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[karikaririka]

Hi! Theachers .
I�m reading a novel.
In the novel, a driver of a truck cut a sharp turn and grazed the curb.
I can�t imagine this scene clearly. Did the truck lose a wheel literally? Or Did the driver lose control of the wheel?
Could you tell me ?

[pugachevV]

It means he actually lost a wheel.
On a truck with air brakes this may cause the emergency brakes to activate.
When they do, they make an explosive sound ... (Popping the brakes).

[karikaririka]

Thank you very much for your speedy response.
It makes great sense.