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to thrust
01
empujar, clavar
to push an object or person with considerable strength and speed
Transitive: to thrust sth to a direction
Example
The knight thrust his sword into the enemy, swiftly defeating his opponent.
The hiker thrust his walking stick into the ground to maintain balance on the steep trail.
In the emergency, the lifeguard swiftly thrust the rescue buoy toward the struggling swimmer.
02
imponer, forzar
to impose or force someone forcefully
Transitive: to thrust a task upon sb | to thrust a task onto sb
Example
The manager thrust the new project onto the overwhelmed employee.
The difficult decision was thrust upon the family when they had to choose a suitable healthcare plan.
The teacher thrust the complex assignment onto the students, pushing them to think critically.
03
empujar, impulsar
to move forward with strength and determination
Intransitive: to thrust to a direction
Example
The ship thrust through the waves, making its way into the open sea.
Eager to explore, the hikers thrust through the dense forest, forging their own path.
The bulldozer thrust forward, clearing debris from the construction site.
04
imponer, colocar
to put someone in a position or give them a role
Transitive: to thrust sb into a role
Example
The manager thrust the new recruit into a leadership role, challenging them to take charge.
The unexpected opportunity thrust him into the position of project manager.
The sudden turn of events thrust her into a spokesperson role for the community.
05
atravesar, empujar
to pierce through something forcefully
Transitive: to thrust a sharp tool into sth
Example
The knight thrust his sword into the enemy's armor, delivering a precise blow.
With precision, the chef thrust the knife into the ripe melon, cleanly splitting it in half.
The spearfisher thrust the harpoon into the water, aiming for a successful catch.
06
empujar, meterse
to force one's way into a space
Intransitive: to thrust somewhere
Example
The crowded elevator doors opened, and people tried to thrust in before it closed again.
Eager to catch the last train, commuters thrust into the crowded subway car.
The performer finished their act, and the audience began to thrust out of the small venue.
07
empujar, propulsar
to move or soar forcefully in an upward direction
Intransitive: to thrust to a direction
Example
The rocket engines thrust upward, propelling the spacecraft into orbit.
The tree branches thrust towards the sky, creating a natural canopy.
In the thrilling roller coaster ride, the cars suddenly thrust upward on a steep incline.
Thrust
01
empuje, impulso
the force used in pushing
02
empuje, impulso
the act of applying force to propel something
03
apuñalamiento, puñalada
a strong blow with a knife or other sharp pointed instrument
04
empujón, golpe
a sharp hand gesture (resembling a blow)
05
crítica, ataque verbal
verbal criticism
06
idea central
(of an argument, policy, etc.) the main point that shows the main idea or intention of what someone is saying or doing
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