as in impetus
something that arouses action or activity
the former president's endorsement was all the momentum the campaign needed
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Recent Examples of momentum
National momentum for school screen Time limits LAUSD’s action to devise new limits in April spurred interest in the issue across the nation, said Jodi Carreon, who co-runs the California chapter of the Distraction-Free Schools Policy Project, a leader in the movement.
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Audience Editor,
Los Angeles Times,
23 June 2026
With several moderate Republican senators also serving on the panel, Kaine's effort has the potential to gain momentum.
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Zachary Schermele,
USA Today,
23 June 2026
Stripes are also gaining momentum, up 8 percent.
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Angela Velasquez,
Footwear News,
23 June 2026
To sustain momentum, climate action must be grounded in national circumstances and aligned with countries’ economic realities.
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Sebastian Buckup,
Fortune,
23 June 2026
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Audience Editor,
Los Angeles Times,
23 June 2026
With several moderate Republican senators also serving on the panel, Kaine's effort has the potential to gain momentum.
—
Zachary Schermele,
USA Today,
23 June 2026
Stripes are also gaining momentum, up 8 percent.
—
Angela Velasquez,
Footwear News,
23 June 2026
To sustain momentum, climate action must be grounded in national circumstances and aligned with countries’ economic realities.
—
Sebastian Buckup,
Fortune,
23 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for momentum
Recent Examples of Synonyms for momentum
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The analysts said recent talks between Japan and the Philippines over overlapping claims in their exclusive economic zones east of Taiwan may have been the impetus for the MSA mission east of Tawain.
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The impetus behind launching its agentic commerce platform lies in the changes in how consumers shop.
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The state has also earmarked $1 billion in incentives to lure the Chicago Bears to Hammond.
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The president’s willingness to offer sanctions relief and other incentives will need to be part of an eventual deal.
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To his family, Clive was Dad and Granddaddy, the steady presence at the center of our lives, the source of wisdom, strength, encouragement, and unconditional love.
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Moreover, what moves women forward is action rather than encouragement.
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Research from Hilton found that 56% of global travelers cite rest and recharge as their number one motivation for leisure travel in 2026.
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Gendreau says other common signs of deficiency include muscle weakness, low motivation, and low energy.
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China also engineered a massive government stimulus package to stabilize its economy.
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Central banks thought that forward guidance, particularly when interest rates were very low, could provide additional market stimulus.
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“Momentum.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/momentum. Accessed 2 Jul. 2026.
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