two second rule

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Synonyms: ten second rule

Antonyms: ten second rule

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Noun

1. a [[rule of thumb]] by which a driver may maintain a safe following distance, allowing at least a two second interval behind any vehicle that is directly in front of the driver's vehicle.

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