propelled

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The competitive nature that propelled Williams to 23 Grand Slam titles means she will not be satisfied with the outcome.

From BBC • Jul. 1, 2026

The overseas vote largely favored Fujimori, who was propelled by massive support from voters in the United States and Japan.

From Barron's • Jun. 24, 2026

That’s what propelled his career and legacy beyond most record executives.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 22, 2026

In sum, a hard math problem in the 19th century propelled the conceptual breakthroughs that underlie all the location services on our phones today.

From Slate • Jun. 22, 2026

There was a small dark doorway between the windows, and through this Mary Poppins propelled the perambulator while Jane and Michael followed at her heels.

From "Mary Poppins" by P. L. Travers