propel

Example Sentences

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Jose Luis Abalos is a disgraced ex-Socialist heavyweight, a former transport minister who helped propel Sanchez to power in 2018.

From Barron's • Apr. 7, 2026

The television genre is showing no signs of loosening its grip on viewers, who have helped propel series into sprawling universes.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 2026

That helped propel Verizon Communications shares to their best quarter on record — but it remains to be seen whether they can keep the gains going.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 2, 2026

Would a strong finish to the club season propel him back into the picture?

From BBC • Apr. 1, 2026

“Head for the hay,” he hollered, flapping his arms as if he could propel Rooster Jim toward the bundles at the back of the smithy.

From "Hattie Big Sky" by Kirby Larson