In neutral Meaning in English
expression
Definição
In the position where a vehicle’s gear is set so that the engine is not connected to the wheels and the car does not move, or more generally, in a state where something is not actively engaged.
Uso & Nuances
Primarily used for cars and vehicles with gears. Also metaphorically: 'keep things in neutral' (stay uninvolved or unbiased). Do not confuse with 'neutral' (adjective): 'a neutral color'. Collocations: 'put the car in neutral', 'leave the engine in neutral'.
Frases de Exemplo
Make sure the car is in neutral before you start the engine.
basic
He left the tractor in neutral on the hill.
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When the bike is in neutral, the wheels spin freely.
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If you’re stuck in traffic for a while, it’s better to leave your car in neutral.
natural
During the interview, she kept her opinions in neutral, not taking any side.
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The instructor said, ‘Put the gear in neutral and slowly release the clutch.’
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