propelled

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One of them stands head and shoulders above all others - the 4-2 victory over Denmark in November that propelled Scotland into their first World Cup in 28 years.

From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026

It was the same time-buy model that propelled his fledgling media empire and made him wealthy many times over.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 8, 2026

Shares of the healthcare giant were propelled by bullish notes from BofA Securities and Morgan Stanley.

From Barron's • Jun. 4, 2026

Decades of investments in industries that fit our regions have propelled our cities to this position.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 28, 2026

He reached over the stone ledge which divided the arch from the stained-glass windows above and, taking a firm grip, propelled himself upwards and sideways.

From "Redwall" by Brian Jacques