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propel

[pruh-pel] / prəˈpɛl /


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Thirty two years ago, the first World Cup to be staged in the US helped propel the sport into the mainstream.

From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026

The current disruption will propel more oil and gas investment in the Western Hemisphere and Africa.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 2, 2026

Following a 50% drawdown from $500, a confirmed breakout above $500 could propel Tesla toward $730 by late 2027.

From Barron's • May 27, 2026

Cypress 8, Oaks Christian 2: Noah Johnson had three hits to propel Cypress into an elimination game against Sierra Canyon on Tuesday.

From Los Angeles Times • May 16, 2026

She could even turn over onto her back, but she hadn’t figured out how to propel herself forward.

From "A Girl Named Disaster" by Nancy Farmer




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