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as in pushed
to apply force to (someone or something) so that it moves in front of one
playfully he propelled his rambunctious friend into the swimming pool to cool off
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as in moved
to set or keep in motion
the aircraft is propelled by a pair of turboprop engines
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Recent Examples of propelled
The Louisiana case, propelled by plaintiffs including one man who didn’t realize he was involved, could reshape the balance between the Voting Rights Act and the Constitution’s promise of equal protection.
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Robert Alexander, MSNBC Newsweek, 13 Oct. 2025
Then, a record $50 billion in ag subsidies in fiscal year 2021 propelled land prices higher.
—Edward Lotterman, Twin Cities, 12 Oct. 2025
Ottawa’s resilience propelled them to come back from a 3-1 deficit to win their first game of the season.
—Julian McKenzie, New York Times, 12 Oct. 2025
However, Mediawan is cautious about expecting the same level of recognition in international markets, instead betting on the narrative and visual universality that initially propelled Tran’s comic series up Gaul’s publishing charts.
—Ben Croll, Variety, 11 Oct. 2025
In addition to McNeill’s heroics, Milton Academy was also propelled by Allen.
—Brendan Connelly, Boston Herald, 11 Oct. 2025
The Barclays report signals that the wave of CEO departures is not a fleeting anomaly but the new normal, propelled by emboldened activists and increasingly impatient boards.
—Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 8 Oct. 2025
Speed is always on, always accessible, always directly engaging with the fans who propelled him to this level.
—Miles Klee, Rolling Stone, 5 Oct. 2025
Snow shared that many of her go-to books — primarily nonfiction titles, autobiographies and self-help books — have propelled her through hard moments in her life, including her divorce and her father's Alzheimer's diagnosis.
—Rachel Raposas, PEOPLE, 2 Oct. 2025
Robert Alexander, MSNBC Newsweek, 13 Oct. 2025
Then, a record $50 billion in ag subsidies in fiscal year 2021 propelled land prices higher.
—Edward Lotterman, Twin Cities, 12 Oct. 2025
Ottawa’s resilience propelled them to come back from a 3-1 deficit to win their first game of the season.
—Julian McKenzie, New York Times, 12 Oct. 2025
However, Mediawan is cautious about expecting the same level of recognition in international markets, instead betting on the narrative and visual universality that initially propelled Tran’s comic series up Gaul’s publishing charts.
—Ben Croll, Variety, 11 Oct. 2025
In addition to McNeill’s heroics, Milton Academy was also propelled by Allen.
—Brendan Connelly, Boston Herald, 11 Oct. 2025
The Barclays report signals that the wave of CEO departures is not a fleeting anomaly but the new normal, propelled by emboldened activists and increasingly impatient boards.
—Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 8 Oct. 2025
Speed is always on, always accessible, always directly engaging with the fans who propelled him to this level.
—Miles Klee, Rolling Stone, 5 Oct. 2025
Snow shared that many of her go-to books — primarily nonfiction titles, autobiographies and self-help books — have propelled her through hard moments in her life, including her divorce and her father's Alzheimer's diagnosis.
—Rachel Raposas, PEOPLE, 2 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for propelled
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Vesia had replaced Glasnow after a two-out walk in the top of the sixth pushed the starter’s pitch count to 99.—
Bill Plunkett,
Oc Register,
17 Oct. 2025
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Changes to the college game have been pushed for the better part of three decades by NCAA coaches, to no avail.—
Luke Cyphers,
Sportico.com,
16 Oct. 2025
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With that goal, Messi moved into first place in the Golden Boot race, one goal ahead of Denis Bouanga of Los Angeles FC, who is away on national team duty with Gabon.—
Michelle Kaufman,
Miami Herald,
12 Oct. 2025
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During that time, my mother developed dementia and was moved into a senior-care facility.—
Joe Garcia,
New Yorker,
12 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Jones attempted to help his quarterback up to his feet before Rodgers quickly shoved him aside.—
Paulina Dedaj,
FOXNews.com,
17 Oct. 2025
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Johnson and Edmunds shoved McLaurin to the ground.—
David Aldridge,
New York Times,
12 Oct. 2025
Verb
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The vehicle Kinser drove was returned to its usual spot, but no one saw its return.—
Phaedra Trethan,
USA Today,
15 Oct. 2025
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Some Democrats were concerned the bill created grey areas if a parent lent their car to their child who drove recklessly.—
Hope Karnopp,
jsonline.com,
15 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Due to injuries, Gophers nickel back Jai’Onte’ McMillan was thrust into a bigger cornerback role for the 27-20 win over Purdue on Saturday.—
Andy Greder,
Twin Cities,
13 Oct. 2025
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Scott’s death thrust Steve and Noone into sudden, uncomfortable proximity.—
Eren Orbey,
New Yorker,
13 Oct. 2025
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The Harvard, Illinois Police Department said in a news release that the couple were found when an officer on October 6 noticed a parked car with its hazard lights activated.—
Adam Sabes,
FOXNews.com,
13 Oct. 2025
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It’s expected to last into Monday, authorizing the state’s emergency services personnel to be activated as necessary.—
Jason Ma,
Fortune,
12 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Daniel’s commercial failure as a novelist impelled him to move to Los Angeles to try writing for the movies.—
David Kamp,
New Yorker,
4 Oct. 2025
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While the recent protests were sparked by the social media ban, protesters said that they had been impelled by years of government corruption and failure to provide young people with economic opportunities.—
Alia Shoaib,
MSNBC Newsweek,
12 Sep. 2025
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“Propelled.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/propelled. Accessed 19 Oct. 2025.
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