Tailgate Meaning in English
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释义
To drive very closely behind another vehicle. In American English, it can also mean having a party near the back of a vehicle, often before sports events.
用法与细微差别
As a verb, 'tailgate' (driving meaning) is sometimes informal and has a negative connotation (unsafe or rude). Noun use for a party is US English only. Common phrases: 'Don't tailgate!' (warning), 'tailgate party.' Do not confuse with 'trunk party'—different idea.
例句
She hates when people tailgate her, so she always changes lanes.
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It's dangerous to tailgate another car on the highway.
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Please don't tailgate me while I'm driving.
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We had a fun tailgate before the football game.
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If you tailgate, you're more likely to get into an accident.
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We set up the grill for a classic tailgate in the parking lot.
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