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propel

[pruh-pel] / prəˈpɛl /


Example Sentences

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Most people who want a job have one, and their spending continues to propel the economy forward.

From MarketWatch

He put his arm behind Rowan's back and propelled him inside.

From Literature

And analysts said the previous "bad news is good news" adage, which has fuelled rate cut hopes in the past and propelled markets higher, might be a thing of the past.

From Barron's

Demand for whole, organic food propelled new businesses.

From The Wall Street Journal

Her image as a strong leader helped propel her to a landslide victory on Sunday, giving her a huge parliamentary majority.

From The Wall Street Journal