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- noun Plural form of
wheelie .
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Examples
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Most American 18 year olds knew how to drive and the big training problem was keeping them from doing "wheelies" in tanks and armored personnel carriers, while the typical Soviet 18 year old had to learn how to get the feel of the road and learn how to use the controls.
"I get rides and stuff, so I’m not worried about it. I’ll get around to it, maybe this summer sometime." Ann Althouse 2008
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A number of witnesses on the scene told police that the man on the motorcycle was reckless, doing "wheelies" down Perrin-Beitel Road.
KSAT - Local News 2010
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Special Abilities: Although tournament officials concede this move is going to likley add 16 hours to a standard five set match, Joey can do wheelies which is sure to make him a favourite amongst the fans.
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The driver of the car, Lynda Colgate, was killed in the crash, which sheriff's investigators alleged took place while Luke was doing "wheelies" on his bike and passing vehicles in a no-pass zone.
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The driver of the car, Lynda Colgate, was killed in the crash, which sheriff's investigators alleged took place while Luke was doing "wheelies" on his bike and passing vehicles in a no-pass zone.
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A group from the Twin Cities danced in "wheelies," the shoes with wheels built into the heels.
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I pop a couple of wheelies and he howls with laughter like a little kid.
Soul Trapper F. J. Lennon 2011
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I felt like an old pro, except when he popped wheelies again before we sped off.
Brooklyn Story Suzanne Corso 2011
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Then Tony freaked me out by popping a few wheelies in front of the restaurant.
Brooklyn Story Suzanne Corso 2011
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This anxiety is usually bolstered by three factors: the way you've witnessed the wheelies, screeching tires, and disco moves as the staff moves vehicles around the garage; the infinitesimal spaces the cars are squeezed into; and the curious fact that the garage has a close working relationship with a body shop that will happily pick up, repair and return your car, often all in the same day.
Paranoia-Free Parking Ralph Gardner Jr. 2011
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