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propels

VERB

throw; release into air

Synonyms

STRONGEST

drive push send shoot thrust

STRONG

actuate force impel launch mobilize move press shove start

WEAK

set going set in motion

Antonyms

STRONGEST

discourage dissuade pull repress

STRONG

end finish stop

WEAK

hinder hold keep

Example Sentences

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They are the fiercest of rivals but will Tottenham fans really be praying for an Arsenal win this weekend that propels the Gunners towards the Premier League title?

From BBC • May 8, 2026

Jimmy Page’s guitar riff seemingly propels Sonny’s car forward to the lead.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 18, 2025

The “inter-titles,” usually ponderous in silent cinema, are fluent and compelling, ensuring a relentless drive that propels the story forward.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 12, 2025

“Optimism propels Dow past the magic mark,” the South Florida Sun Sentinel wrote the next day.

From Barron's • Nov. 5, 2025

With one push she swings the door open and propels us into the stirring city street.

From "The Sky at Our Feet" by Nadia Hashimi