traction

/ˈtɹæk.ʃən/noun
Middle School
1

The act of pulling something along a surface using motive power.

2

The condition of being so pulled.

3

Grip.

4

The pulling power of an engine or animal.

5

The adhesive friction of a wheel etc on a surface.

6

The extent of adoption of a new product or service, typically measured in number of customers or level of revenue achieved.

7

Popular support.

8

Scholarly interest and research.

9

A mechanically applied sustained pull, especially to a limb.

10

Collectively, the locomotives of a railroad, especially electric locomotives.

Sound Patterns & Rhymes

Alliteration

Words starting with the same consonant sound — used in poetry and prose to create rhythm, emphasis, and memorable phrasing (e.g. “Peter Piper picked”)

Assonance

Words sharing similar vowel sounds regardless of starting letter — creates internal melody in writing

Consonance

Words sharing similar consonant sound patterns — adds texture and cohesion to writing