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Present participle for to physically launch or throw something
“The hunter fitted the spear into the crook and used it to propel the spear faster, farther, and more accurately than he could do with his arm alone.”
Present participle for to push, move or drive something forwards
“But he found he could propel himself forward by pushing off against the sides with his feet.”
Present participle for to push, move or drive through barriers or obstacles
“He reached the railing of the staircase leading up and used it to propel himself through the dense cloud of crates.”
Present participle for to spur or drive into a particular situation
“Do not let fear of error or retribution propel you into a medical appointment or a dangerous situation.”
Present participle for to move or be carried by or as if by a force
“The wind would propel burning cars, buses, trucks, and trains into the air with unimaginable force.”
Present participle for to start the operation of
“Nora watched the deft movements of Louise's fingers, tracing the rune, gathering the energy that would propel the mechanism.”
Present participle for to strike or hit something to drive it forwards
“Any player is at liberty to propel the ball with his foot or leg.”
Present participle for to move or proceed onward
Present participle for to advise earnestly
Present participle for to foster the growth or development of
Present participle for to make progress in the state or skill of
Present participle for to strike or propel, usually forcibly, with the foot
Present participle for to move through the water in a boat using oars or paddles
Present participle for to move swiftly or impetuously
Present participle for to pull or drag along through the application of steady force
Present participle for to control, guide, or impel with foot-operated device
Present participle for to move, glide or slide gracefully or effortlessly
Present participle for to guide or direct in a particular direction
Having the ability to motivate or inspire
Moving at a high speed or velocity
The countdown and launch of a rocket, missile or spacecraft
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