rubber-necking

• Sustantivo que designa la acción de un conductor que reduce la velocidad o se detiene para mirar con curiosidad algo, a menudo un accidente o un espectáculo llamativo.

A noun referring to the act of driving slowly or stopping to stare at something, often an accident or scene of interest, out of curiosity.

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1. Sightseeing or exploringB2informal

   The act of traveling around to look at interesting places or sights.

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   • We spent the afternoon rubber-necking around the old town.
   • Tourists were rubber-necking at the famous landmarks.
   • He enjoys rubber-necking through historic neighborhoods.

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2. Staring at accidents or incidentsB2informal

   The act of slowing down or turning one's head to stare at an accident or unusual event, often causing traffic delays.

   mirar curiosos accidentes

   • The traffic jam was caused by rubber-necking at the crash site.
   • Police warned drivers against rubber-necking at the scene.
   • Rubber-necking often leads to secondary accidents.

   Sinónimosgapingstaring