as in impetus
something that arouses action or activity
the former president's endorsement was all the momentum the campaign needed
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Recent Examples of momentum
In reporting its 2024 results, Puig cited exceptional momentum across its fragrance and fashion activities, which generated 3.54 billion euros, advancing 13.6 percent both on a reported basis and at constant perimeters.
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Miles Socha, WWD, 25 Feb. 2025
The asset class is expected to expand to $3 trillion by 2028, reflecting stronger momentum than in the past two years, according to Moody's.
—Arasu Kannagi Basil, USA TODAY, 25 Feb. 2025
According to Bush, to maintain momentum the country needed to increase its absolute number of research universities and distribute them more evenly around the country.
—Trysh Travis / Made By History, TIME, 25 Feb. 2025
Since its launch, M-Now has gained organic momentum, with its popularity rising.
—Mayu Saini, Sourcing Journal, 14 Feb. 2025
See All Example Sentences for momentum
Miles Socha, WWD, 25 Feb. 2025
The asset class is expected to expand to $3 trillion by 2028, reflecting stronger momentum than in the past two years, according to Moody's.
—Arasu Kannagi Basil, USA TODAY, 25 Feb. 2025
According to Bush, to maintain momentum the country needed to increase its absolute number of research universities and distribute them more evenly around the country.
—Trysh Travis / Made By History, TIME, 25 Feb. 2025
Since its launch, M-Now has gained organic momentum, with its popularity rising.
—Mayu Saini, Sourcing Journal, 14 Feb. 2025
See All Example Sentences for momentum
Recent Examples of Synonyms for momentum
Noun
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Bitcoin Bitcoin remains trapped in a range below the key psychological level of $100,000 without any new impetus from Trump.—
Medora Lee,
USA TODAY,
19 Feb. 2025
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That’s not an overwhelming financial impetus, but a team in the Giants’ position can allocate that money better.—
Dan Pompei,
The Athletic,
17 Feb. 2025
Noun
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In a region with robust transit alternatives, tolling also serves as an incentive for commuters to explore more sustainable transportation modes, reducing congestion and emissions.—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
25 Feb. 2025
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Moscow returning to Western diplomatic forums could also be an incentive but any meeting between the U.S. and Russian presidents should only be offered in exchange for genuine progress toward ending the war, the Quincy Institute said.—
Matt Robison,
Newsweek,
25 Feb. 2025
Noun
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Seek encouragement from trusted colleagues, mentors or family members. 4.—
Dr. Marita Kinney, BCC, Msc.D,
Forbes,
19 Feb. 2025
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In the summer of 2004, Kevin Barnes was in need of some encouragement.—
Simon Vozick-Levinson,
Rolling Stone,
13 Feb. 2025
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My decision to part ways was a long term career decision that was not shaped by short term motivations.—
Andreas Wiseman,
Deadline,
22 Feb. 2025
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Distractions creep in, and setbacks sap your motivation.—
Glenn Llopis,
Forbes,
22 Feb. 2025
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Deal-making activity in China ramps up Merger and acquisition deals in China are starting to rebound as Beijing’s stimulus measures start to bear fruit, while pressure from Donald Trump’s tariffs is also driving industry consolidation.—
Yeo Boon Ping,
CNBC,
19 Feb. 2025
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The other half, to set up a community advisory panel to help operate the monitors and publish the results, is coming from the federal government’s COVID-19 stimulus spending.—
John Lippert,
Chicago Tribune,
16 Feb. 2025
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“Momentum.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/momentum. Accessed 3 Mar. 2025.
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