downward thrust
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a strong push in a downward direction
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- The diver executed a powerful downward thrust to propel himself deeper.
- Engineers designed the rocket with a strong downward thrust for stable descent.
- The hawk used a sudden downward thrust of its wings to dive towards its prey.
- A hydraulic press applies a continuous downward thrust to shape metal.
- With a swift downward thrust, he pushed the lever into place.
- The submarine adjusted its fins to create a greater downward thrust.
- She felt a strong downward thrust as the elevator rapidly descended.
- The machine's arm made a repetitive downward thrust to compact the material.
- To break the ice, he delivered a sharp downward thrust with the pickaxe.
- The pilot initiated a controlled downward thrust for landing.