Drive

/dɹˈa‌ɪv/

/ˈdɹaɪv/

Ορισμός και Σημασία του "drive"

to drive

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to control the movement and the speed of a car, bus, truck, etc. when it is moving

Intransitive: to drive somewhere | to drive in a specific manner | to drive

Example

You should drive with both hands on the steering wheel.

I usually drive to school, but today I'm taking the bus.

I like to drive along scenic routes to enjoy the countryside.

to move something forward swiftly and forcefully

Transitive: to drive sth into sth

Example

He used the heavy machinery to drive the pile into the ground during construction.

She used a hammer to drive the nail into the wooden board.

to make someone act in a specified way, particularly one that is considered inappropriate or unacceptable

Ditransitive: to drive sb to do sth

Example

Greed can drive individuals to make unethical decisions in pursuit of wealth.

The fear of failure drove her to push herself beyond her limits.

Competition among team members drove them to excel in their performance.

to move, propel, or throw with great force

Transitive: to drive sth somewhere

Example

The wind drove rain against the windowpane.

The strong wind drove the leaves across the street.

Snowflakes were driven horizontally by the strong blizzard.

to push someone to try or work extremely hard to reach a goal

Transitive: to drive sb

Example

He 's been driving himself too hard lately, and it's affecting his health.

The exploitative factory owner had no regard for labor laws, using every means to drive workers beyond their limits.

The unscrupulous employer implemented strategies to drive employees mercilessly.

to compel a group of animals or people to move in a certain direction

Transitive: to drive sb/sth somewhere

Example

The firefighters worked tirelessly to drive the residents out of the burning building.

The police officers drove the protesters away from the restricted area.

The shepherd used his staff to drive the flock toward the grazing area.

to generate the power necessary to make a machine work

Transitive: to drive a machine

Example

Hydroelectric dams drive the turbines to generate energy.

The waterwheel is used to drive the mill's machinery.

Wind turbines are designed to drive electricity generators.

(primarily in ball games) to kick or hit the ball with such force that sends it flying forward

Transitive: to drive a ball somewhere

Example

With a strong kick, he drove the ball past the goalkeeper and into the net.

His baseball swing allowed him to drive the ball into the outfield.

The soccer player managed to drive the ball into the top corner of the goal.

to use force in order to create an opening through something

Transitive: to drive an opening through sth

Example

The construction crew drove a path through the dense forest.

To reach the other side, they had to drive a tunnel through the mountains.

Engineers decided to drive a passage through the bedrock for the new subway line.

(in sports) to advance with the ball toward the goal, aiming to score points or create opportunities for the team

Intransitive: to drive to a direction

Example

In basketball, the point guard 's ability to drive through the defense is crucial for setting up scoring plays.

In the final minutes of the game, he used his speed to drive past the defenders and score a crucial basket.

During the basketball game, the point guard led a fast break, skillfully dribbling to drive towards the basket for a layup.

Drive

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a short road or path leading from a street to a building

Example

Their house was at the end of a long, tree-lined drive.

He pulled into the drive and parked near the front door.

The old stone drive was worn down from years of use.

the act of traveling in a vehicle, typically an automobile, to reach a destination

a wide scenic road planted with trees

the act of applying force to propel something

a mechanism by which force or power is transmitted in a machine

a strong desire and determination to succeed

Example

Her relentless drive to succeed propelled her to the top of her class and earned her a scholarship.

The entrepreneur 's drive was evident in the way he tirelessly worked to turn his startup into a thriving business.

Despite numerous setbacks, his drive kept him focused on his goal of becoming a professional athlete.

a long, powerful golf shot from the tee

What is a "drive"?

A drive in golf refers to a long, powerful shot usually played from the tee, a small peg that holds the ball at the start of a hole. It is typically made with a driver, a club with a larger head designed to hit the ball a great distance. The goal of a drive is to cover as much distance as possible while keeping the ball on the fairway, the area between the tee and the green. A successful drive helps set up a good position for the next shot, allowing the player to approach the green more easily.

Example

His drive went straight down the fairway.

She has a powerful drive that impresses everyone.

The drive set him up for an easy approach shot.

the act of driving a herd of animals overland

the trait of being highly motivated

a shot where the player hits the ball with power and speed in racket sports such as tennis and squash

What is a "drive"?

A drive in racquet sports, such as tennis, badminton, and squash, is a fast and powerful shot where the player hits the ball or shuttlecock with a firm and controlled swing. The goal is to send the ball or shuttlecock over the net with speed and accuracy, typically aiming for the opponent's side of the court. A drive shot is often used during rallies to maintain pressure on the opponent by keeping the ball low and fast, making it difficult for them to return. It is one of the most common shots used in these sports for both offense and defense.

Example

She unleashed a powerful drive down the line for a winner.

His drive forced his opponent into a defensive position.

The drive requires good technique and timing.

(computer science) a device that writes data onto or reads data from a storage medium

a physiological state corresponding to a strong need or desire