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Thrust

Thruhst

/ˈθrʌst/

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thrust

Dictionary meaning

The act of applying force to propel something.

Examples

  • The paper enlivened their editorials with barbed thrusts at politicians.
  • They thrust their chin forward.

Synonyms: drive

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