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torque

torque
a rotational twisting effect produced by a perpendicular push applied at a distance from an axis
A longer wrench handle increases the torque applied to a bolt, making it easier to loosen.
From Lesson 3:Physical Sciences·TOEFL Academic Vocabulary

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A longer wrench handle increases the torque applied to a bolt, making it easier to loosen.

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