Control and Propel

Control

Control verb - To keep from exceeding a desirable degree or level (as of expression).

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Propel and control are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Propel" instead a verb "Control".

Propel verb - To apply force to (someone or something) so that it moves in front of one.

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Control and propel are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Control" instead a verb "Propel".

Nearby Words: propelled, propelling

character	control character	propel character
body	control body	propel body
way	control way	propel way
characters	control characters	propel characters
Other words: earth, side, car, ship, everyone, ships, machines.

First off, the inertia can really work against the pilots, as they need to control their ascent and direction so when they're struck hard enough, their body can shift and propel them off and out of control.

Source: Film / Minority Report
Due to issues with the aerodynamics system, various control surfaces (flaps, elevators, elevons, etc) can be used to propel an atmospheric craft infinitely without any source of fuel.

Source: Not the Intended Use
Breath Weapon: Hard Breath allows Reevil, one of the Six Guard to control their breath to the point that it can deflect bullets and propel grown men far into the air.

Source: Manga / Rave Master

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