slow puncture
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a puncture that lets air out of a tyre/tire very slowly
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- The car had a slow puncture in the front tire.
- We noticed a slow puncture after driving over some sharp debris.
- It's frustrating to discover a slow puncture when you're in a hurry.
- The mechanic explained that it was a slow puncture and not a complete blowout.
- I had to keep adding air to the tire because of a slow puncture.
- He decided to fix the slow puncture himself using a repair kit.
- A slow puncture can be hard to detect initially.
- The constant need to inflate the tire was a clear sign of a slow puncture.
- She was worried that the slow puncture might get worse on the long journey.
- Even a slow puncture requires attention to avoid further damage.