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
Due to that momentum he’s not considered in a positive position at that time.
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Kristian Winfield, New York Daily News, 25 Apr. 2025
Still, over the years, there have been some upswings in momentum toward a real solution, but more setbacks.
—Michael Smolens, San Diego Union-Tribune, 25 Apr. 2025
The venture arrives amid growing momentum for South Asian artists in Western markets.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 24 Apr. 2025
In isolation, this was a performance that might have underlined the need for more strength in depth to be added to the Forest ranks if their impressive momentum is to be maintained next season.
—Paul Taylor, New York Times, 14 Apr. 2025
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Kristian Winfield, New York Daily News, 25 Apr. 2025
Still, over the years, there have been some upswings in momentum toward a real solution, but more setbacks.
—Michael Smolens, San Diego Union-Tribune, 25 Apr. 2025
The venture arrives amid growing momentum for South Asian artists in Western markets.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 24 Apr. 2025
In isolation, this was a performance that might have underlined the need for more strength in depth to be added to the Forest ranks if their impressive momentum is to be maintained next season.
—Paul Taylor, New York Times, 14 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for momentum
Noun
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The impetus for his ire had everything to do with Minnesota big man Rudy Gobert, who was being chastised by the fan when Edwards decided to step in and take over the exchange.—
Sam Amick,
New York Times,
29 Apr. 2025
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Union leaders said the impetus for the strike was a string of 44 labor law violations allegedly committed by the county, including retaliation and contracting out work that’s supposed to be done by union members.—
Rebecca Ellis,
Los Angeles Times,
28 Apr. 2025
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The Trump administration is also working to undo incentives around clean energy, particularly the 2022 Inflation Reduction Act.—
Umair Irfan,
Wired News,
26 Apr. 2025
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In addition to reversing its open-door policy, Starbucks also announced on Jan. 27 that customers who have their first drink in the lobby can get free refills on hot or iced brewed coffee or tea, a potential incentive for customers to stick around while enjoying their beverage.—
Saleen Martin,
USA Today,
25 Apr. 2025
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Howard — a former pro wrestler with his own extensive résumé — has been instrumental in Stark’s journey, offering encouragement and guidance both inside and outside the ring.—
Nasha Smith,
People.com,
29 Apr. 2025
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His 56 percent share of on-ice shot attempts offers encouragement, but Lowry needs to find a better way to help. 4.—
Murat Ates,
New York Times,
29 Apr. 2025
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Political, religious, and family motivations divided the cardinals, preventing a majority, during a time when cardinals were not cut off from the outside world.—
Callum Sutherland,
Time,
3 May 2025
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Protecting Jane’s legacy and privacy are strong motivations for her sister.—
Kim Campbell,
Christian Science Monitor,
1 May 2025
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But car buyers in 2021 were enjoying low interest rates and federal stimulus checks.—
Chris Isidore,
CNN Money,
1 May 2025
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Beijing has ramped up economic support since late September, but measures so far have not cumulated in the large-scale stimulus that many investors have hoped for.—
Evelyn Cheng,Anniek Bao,
CNBC,
28 Apr. 2025
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“Momentum.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/momentum. Accessed 11 May. 2025.
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