Propel and Spur

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

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Spur is a synonym for propel in impel topic. In some cases you can use "Spur" instead a verb "Propel", when it comes to topics like cause.

Nearby Words: propelled, propelling

Spur verb - To urge or push forward with or as if with a pointed object.

Usage example: gently spurred the horse with his heels

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Propel is a synonym for spur in cause topic. You can use "Propel" instead a verb "Spur", if it concerns topics such as stimulate, incite.

Nearby Words: spurn, spurt, spurred, spurring

link	propel link	spur link
hero	propel hero	spur hero
men	propel men	spur men
plot	propel plot	spur plot
Other words: development, protagonist, enemy.

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