propelled

Example Sentences

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Car sales haven’t propelled Tesla stock as of late.

From Barron's • May 7, 2026

“His whole approach to challenges was like Odysseus, or Achilles, or Napoleon. That explains the romantic self-image that propelled him throughout his whole life.”

From The Wall Street Journal • May 7, 2026

“It seems inconceivable to me that we would voluntarily relinquish the leadership that has propelled our country, fueled the economy, made us healthier, and made us safer,” he said.

From Los Angeles Times • May 6, 2026

Karen Gillan grew up in nearby Inverness before a role in Doctor Who propelled her to Hollywood.

From BBC • May 1, 2026

Pond pressed his foot onto the gushing water, and they were propelled forward so quickly that Nathan almost fell off.

From "Healer of the Water Monster" by Brian Young