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catapult

[kat-uh-puhlt, -poolt] / ˈkæt əˌpʌlt, -ˌpʊlt /


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There’s no Betty Buckley in the cast to catapult “Memory,” the show’s indelible power ballad, to the Heaviside Layer, the land of rebirth for one lucky chosen cat.

From Los Angeles Times • May 1, 2026

Gu, who had a poor second run and risked finishing out of the medals, came back strongly, scoring 89.00 with her final effort to catapult her into the silver medal position.

From Barron's • Feb. 16, 2026

A fight against the tough and experienced Australian Johnson could then catapult Francesca on to the world stage and show that her viral fame is backed by serious boxing ability.

From BBC • Jan. 29, 2026

“It’s about how it might catapult you into the future.”

From MarketWatch • Dec. 30, 2025

Beneath the screech of splintering wood, he heard the deep thrum- thump of the Fury's fore catapult.

From "A Clash of Kings" by George R.R. Martin




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