Propel
Propel verb - To apply force to (someone or something) so that it moves in front of one.
Shift and propel are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Shift" instead a verb "Propel".
Nearby Words: propelled, propelling
Shift
Shift verb - To change the place or position of.
Common collocations
Both words in one sentence
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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
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