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Discover LudwigThe phrase "causes friction" is correct and commonly used in written English.
It can be used to describe a situation where there is tension or conflict between two or more people or things. Example: "The new policies implemented by the company caused friction between the management and employees, leading to a decrease in productivity."
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This causes friction with local people.
"It causes friction," he told Ms. Abbott.
Not surprisingly, this causes friction at times.
For me, and probably for all writers — misunderstanding causes friction.
Dealing with outsiders causes friction, which feels counterproductive.
But in all these cases it has been the human partner whose behavior causes friction.
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That caused friction.
Ebola will cause friction.
This was causing friction.
Heightened expectations also cause friction.
This has caused friction, the party admits.
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