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Archana | 08:38 Thu 09th Sep 2004 | Phrases & Sayings
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Meaning & origin of the phrase "where the rubber meets the road"
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It comes from motoring and refers to where the rubber of a tyre is in contact with the road's surface. In other words, it means the key area/point as regards driving and, by transference, to any such major interface in other situations.
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