give impetus

Example Sentences

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And he reiterated Russia’s call for a meeting with the Arab League and neighboring countries to give impetus to long-stalled talks.

From Seattle Times • Jun. 27, 2023

Such a wild smashing scene would ordinarily be saved for a climax, but here it is presented to give impetus to the whole unfoldment.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 25, 2023

He hit two sixes in the 15th over, both over long-off, to give impetus to an innings that was going nowhere at 47-3 at the halfway stage.

From BBC • Nov. 1, 2021

This legislation, long overdue, should give impetus to other state governments, philanthropists, community organizations and any group that wants to protect and preserve these important windows into African American history and culture.

From Washington Post • May 19, 2017

Shakespeare's lilting stanza conveys a great truth—the power of cheerfulness to give impetus and endurance.

From It Can Be Done Poems of Inspiration by Morris, Joseph