* As a noun:
* The car screeched to a halt as the driver slammed on the brake.
* The bike's brakes were worn out and needed replacing.
* The train's brakes failed, causing it to derail.
* As a verb:
* Brake the car before the intersection.
* He had to brake hard to avoid hitting the pedestrian.
* Be sure to brake gently when stopping on a slippery surface.
You can also use "brake" as a verb in a more figurative sense:
* Brake your enthusiasm, the project is still in its early stages.
* The economy needs to brake its rapid growth to avoid inflation.