impel
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Inflation has tapered to 1.7% annually, which may impel the European Central Bank to cut interest rates below their current 2%.
From Barron's • Feb. 5, 2026
The rules of Washington would normally impel a person at Esper’s level to seek cover for his actions.
From Salon • Aug. 3, 2024
John Bulkeley, the Wager’s gunner, a weapons expert and “instinctive leader” whose Bible-inspired narrative gifts would impel him to write an indelible account of events.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 14, 2023
I therefore Proclaim that a decent respect to the opinions of mankind requires that I should declare the causes which impel me to these opinions.
From Washington Post • Aug. 12, 2021
He saw enough in her face to impel him to take her hand and hold it while he said his lingering good night “Will you go to the races again?” he asked.
From "The Awakening" by Kate Chopin
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