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to thrust
01
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.
02
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.
03
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.
04
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.
05
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.
06
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.
07
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.
Thrust
01
the force used in pushing
02
the act of applying force to propel something
03
a strong blow with a knife or other sharp pointed instrument
04
a sharp hand gesture (resembling a blow)
05
verbal criticism
06
(of an argument, policy, etc.) the main point that shows the main idea or intention of what someone is saying or doing
