Slide
Thrust
Thrust verb - To apply force to (someone or something) so that it moves in front of one.
Nearby Word: thrusting
How words are described
| normal | normal slide | normal thrust |
| short | short slide | short thrust |
| fast | fast slide | fast thrust |
| complete | complete slide | complete thrust |
| Other adjectives: single, actual, entire, male, big, quick, dramatic, extra, occasional, downward. | ||
Common collocations
Both words in one sentence
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Once you have found your opponent's sword by adopting the right hand position and engaging on the correct side of his blade, then when the two of you attack each other, his attack will slide off your forte and harmlessly past you as you thrust home.
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The fastest travel comes by combining a diagonal slide with forward thrust.
Source: Video Game / Descent -
Other examples include pour, slide, thrust, stab, as well as many others.
Source: Unsound Effect
Cite this Source
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