verb
Other Word Forms
- unpropelled adjective
Etymology
Origin of propel
First recorded in 1400–50; late Middle English propellen “to expel,” from Latin prōpellere “to drive forward,” from prō- pro- 1 + pellere “to drive, push, strike”
Example Sentences
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“We were uncertain how to propel Cadence forward, while also creating time and space for ourselves,” Nodler said.
Whether Leah truly believed or whether she kept up a false story to propel herself into the comfortable middle class cannot be known.
From Literature
Growing into the game, Wembanyama made multiple spectacular blocks and rebounds to propel his side up the court, as the Spurs opened a 15-point lead in the final quarter.
From Barron's
Having played at two of the past three major tournaments, he knows excelling at a club like United can propel anyone into the international limelight.
From BBC
Carter, who will turn 16 midway through his freshman year, said he hopes holding back will propel him toward his dream of playing Major League Baseball.
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