give impulse

They see what is possible, outline projects, and give impulse, while the people do the work.

Beat PinsThe pins at the ends of the pallets in a gravity escapement which give impulse to the pendulum.

A mere dip of the paddles now and then served to give impulse to the light, and literal, bark.

Such are the men whom Providence ordains to give impulse to society, and effect great and useful reforms.

That alone can give impulse to his ambition which seems glorious and romantic!