catapult

Example Sentences

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I think that you need an iconic person from your city in order to catapult the culture of comedy.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 25, 2026

Gu, who had a poor second run and risked finishing out of the medals, came back strongly, scoring 89.00 with her final effort to catapult her into the silver medal position.

From Barron's • Feb. 16, 2026

A fight against the tough and experienced Australian Johnson could then catapult Francesca on to the world stage and show that her viral fame is backed by serious boxing ability.

From BBC • Jan. 29, 2026

“It’s about how it might catapult you into the future.”

From MarketWatch • Dec. 30, 2025

“Ah, merci,” said the scrawny brother—Zethes, she recalled—who stood on the catapult platform, his purple wings spread.

From "The House of Hades" by Rick Riordan