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Enacted in 2021, AB 48 prohibits the use of kinetic energy projectiles such as rubber bullets or chemical agents such as tear gas and pepper spray for crowd control unless strict conditions of immediate threats and de-escalation are met.—Hanna Kang, Oc Register, 18 June 2025 The front wheels also have six-piston Brembo brake calipers that should have no issue dissipating any kinetic energy the regenerative braking can’t absorb.—Sam Abuelsamid, Forbes.com, 9 June 2025 The projectile, a kinetic energy warhead, hits its target with extreme speed.—Ryan Chan, MSNBC Newsweek, 12 May 2025 Gill shoots these scenes with kinetic energy, giving the songs time to resonate while highlighting Wizkid’s charisma and artistry.—Murtada Elfadl, Variety, 17 June 2025 See All Example Sentences for kinetic energy
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