thrust upwards

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to push suddenly and strongly upwards

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Examples (10)

  • The rocket began to thrust upwards into the clear blue sky.
  • He thrust his hand upwards to catch the falling ball.
  • Jagged mountain peaks thrust upwards through the thick clouds.
  • She felt a sudden powerful force thrust upwards from the ground.
  • The plant's new shoots thrust upwards, seeking the sunlight.
  • Molten magma can thrust upwards to form a new volcano.
  • He thrust his chin upwards in a bold gesture of defiance.
  • The soldier thrust his spear upwards at the approaching enemy.
  • A geyser of water thrust upwards from the broken pipe.
  • Modern skyscrapers thrust upwards, dominating the city skyline.