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USA slang
Driving too closely behind another vehicle.
Safe to use?
Usually safest with people who already understand the context.
Tone
Casual and context-dependent.
Region
USA
Formality
Informal.
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tailgating means Driving too closely behind another vehicle. It is best read as usa slang associated with USA.
"tailgating" means Driving too closely behind another vehicle. In USA, the nuance may be more specific.
Casual and context-dependent.
Usually safest with people who already understand the context.
Context-dependent
To drive around without a specific destination, just for pleasure
Designated driver service (where a driver is hired to drive the owners car home)
To cut someone off in traffic; aggressive driving.
High-Occupancy Vehicle lane (a carpool lane).
To overtake aggressively in traffic (literally "to cut")
A multi-level parking garage.
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