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Friction describes conflict or unease created when two people of opposing views or ideals come together or the resistance that occurs when surfaces rub together. (noun)

An example of friction is when Republicans and Democrats get together and discuss politics.
An example of friction is when rope rubs against your hand and you get rope burn.

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