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(rare) To have impelled and directed towards an object or action
“Do not let fear of error or retribution propel you into a medical appointment or a dangerous situation.”
Past tense for to physically launch or throw something
“The hunter fitted the spear into the crook and used it to propel the spear faster, farther, and more accurately than he could do with his arm alone.”
Past tense for to push, move or drive something forwards
“But he found he could propel himself forward by pushing off against the sides with his feet.”
Past tense for to push, move or drive through barriers or obstacles
“He reached the railing of the staircase leading up and used it to propel himself through the dense cloud of crates.”
Past tense for to move or be carried by or as if by a force
“The wind would propel burning cars, buses, trucks, and trains into the air with unimaginable force.”
Past tense for to strike or hit something to drive it forwards
“Any player is at liberty to propel the ball with his foot or leg.”
Past tense for to move or proceed onward
Past tense for to advise earnestly
Past tense for to foster the growth or development of
Past tense for to make progress in the state or skill of
Past tense for to strike or propel, usually forcibly, with the foot
Past tense for to move through the water in a boat using oars or paddles
Past tense for to move swiftly or impetuously
Past tense for to pull or drag along through the application of steady force
Past tense for to move, glide or slide gracefully or effortlessly
Past tense for to guide or direct in a particular direction
Having been hurled, flung or propelled
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