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Difference between Careen, Career and Carom

Careen means to swerve or tilt while in motion.

  • Despite improved suspension, the car careened during the race.

Career means to move at full speed.

  • The stock cars careered down the track.

Carom means to collide and rebound.

  • We held our breath as a few racing cars caromed off the wall.