thrust

🇬🇧 UK/θrʌst/🇺🇸 US
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Definitions

v.

To push or drive something forward with force; to lunge or stab.

猛推,刺,插入,强行推进

n.

A forceful push or lunge; the propulsive force generated by an engine.

猛推,刺,推力,驱动力

🧩 Root Breakdown

Native English
thrustother
=thrust

Common Collocations

  • 1.thrust forward猛力向前推进
  • 2.main thrust核心要点/主要方向
  • 3.thrust upon someone强加于某人
  • 4.thrust and parry攻防交锋

Example Sentences

  • 1.

    She thrust the documents across the desk and demanded an explanation.

  • 2.

    The rocket generates enormous thrust to escape Earth's gravitational pull.

  • 3.

    He thrust his hands into his pockets and walked away without a word.

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