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Thrusts

Verb / θrʌsts / Another word for thrusts — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

The word 'thrusts' is the plural form of the verb 'thrust', which means to push forcefully.

Synonyms & similar words

hurl force drive throw knifethrust stuff poking lunge hurtle push stab drivingforce pushup thrust poke jab jabbing squeeze shove thrusting pierce pushes propels drives forces shoves rams pokes stabs impels propulses thrustings jabs plunges impulses jostles buttresses heaves lurches lunges rams

Example sentences

  1. She thrusts her hand into the pocket to find her keys.
  2. The boxer thrusts his punch forward with great force.
  3. He thrusts the book into his bag and rushes out of the door.
  4. The knight thrusts his sword into the dragon's heart.
  5. The teacher thrusts the chalk onto the blackboard to write a word.

Quotes

  • "Life is not always a matter of holding good cards, but sometimes, playing a poor hand well." - Jack London
  • "Sometimes the best way to learn something is by doing it wrong and looking at what you did." - Neil Gaiman
  • "Success is not the key to happiness. Happiness is the key to success." - Albert Schweitzer

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