Act Of Applying Force Suddenly Force That Moves Something Along Crossword Clue

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We've checked our database and believe the answer is IMPETUS which was last seen in the The Guardian Speedy crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is: IMPETUS

Updated: October 15, 2023 by Nicoli Westwood

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1	99%	7		Exact Match!
2	30%	7		Applying undue force, learner becomes detached
3	29%	4		Something slender and supple, such as a cutting, osier, sapling, stick, or switch; a baton, caduceus or rod of a conductor, conjurer, diviner, fairy or magician; a mark in archery; or, a “spoolie” for applying mascara

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We think the answer is "IMPETUS" which means:

noun

• A force that moves something along
• The act of applying force suddenly

An example sentence would be:

• "The new government's policies provided an impetus for economic growth."
• "The tragic event served as an impetus for stricter safety regulations."

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Source	#Number	Answer
The Guardian Speedy30 Jan 2022	Down 7
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Similar Clues

	Clue	Source
1	An act of applying force to move something or someone
2	Applying undue force, learner becomes detached The Guardian Cryptic - 11 Jun 2002	The Guardian Cryptic / 11 Jun 2002
3	Force that moves something along The Guardian Speedy - 29 Jun 2008	The Guardian Speedy / 29 Jun 2008
4	Moves along gradually New York Times - 16 Mar 1981	New York Times / 16 Mar 1981
5	Moves suddenly New York Times - 05 Jul 2001	New York Times / 05 Jul 2001
6	Something slender and supple, such as a cutting, osier, sapling, stick, or switch; a baton, caduceus or rod of a conductor, conjurer, diviner, fairy or magician; a mark in archery; or, a “spoolie” for applying mascara Telegraph Giant General Knowledge - 23 Sep 2023	Telegraph Giant General Knowledge / 23 Sep 2023
7	To suddenly become or make someone suddenly become very angry