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What does impel mean?

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Verb
  1. (transitive) To urge a person; to press on; to incite to action or motion via intrinsic motivation (contrast with propel, to compel or drive extrinsically).
  2. (transitive) To drive forward; to propel an object.
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I believe there are two primary conditions that impel philanthropy: a moral concern to help and the opportunity to make a difference.
But grim headlines from other parts of the world impel international fund managers to reduce their exposure to developing countries in general.
The Panel was disappointed that their prominence did not impel the Proponent to exceptional mitigation or compensation efforts.
However, my difference with the Judgment of the Tribunal on this matter was not sufficient to impel me to dissent.
The single currency, the biggest leap yet towards integration, may impel further integration.
I think it would actually impel our provincial leaders to come together and then move forward to the real steps of reform.

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