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pulley: a simple machine consisting of a wheel with a groove in which a rope can run to change the direction or point of application of a force applied to the rope

tackle collapse: (American football) grasping an opposing player with the intention of stopping by throwing to the ground; a position on the line of scrimmage; "it takes a big man to play tackle"; the person who plays that position on a football team; "the right tackle is a straight A student"; seize and throw down an opponent player, who usually carries the ball

wheel collapse: a simple machine consisting of a circular frame with spokes (or a solid disc) that can rotate on a shaft or axle (as in vehicles or other machines); a circular helm to control the rudder of a vessel; forces that provide energy and direction; "the wheels of government began to turn"; move along on or as if on wheels or a wheeled vehicle; "The President's convoy rolled past the crowds"; change directions as if revolving on a pivot; "They wheeled their horses around and left"; wheel somebody or something

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