propel
US /prəˈpel/
UK /prəˈpel/
動詞
1.
推動, 驅使
drive, push, or cause to move in a particular direction, typically forward
範例:
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The boat was propelled by a strong current.
船被強勁的水流推動。
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Jets propel the aircraft forward.
噴氣式發動機推動飛機前進。
2.
驅使, 促使
cause (someone) to move in a particular direction or into a particular situation
範例:
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His ambition propelled him to success.
他的雄心驅使他走向成功。
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The scandal propelled her into the public eye.
醜聞使她進入公眾視野。
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