voranzutreiben
Translation
to push forward, to advance, to promote, to drive forward
Examples
Wir müssen die Forschung voranzutreiben versuchen.
We must try to push the research forward.
Es ist ihre Aufgabe, die Verhandlungen voranzutreiben.
It is her job to advance the negotiations.
Grammar Patterns
to drive ((sth.acc)) forward It is important to drive the digitalization forward.
Similar Words
Synonyms: fördern (to promote), beschleunigen (to accelerate); Antonyms: bremsen (to brake)
Etymology
From 'voran' (forward) + 'treiben' (to drive). Literally 'to drive forward'.
Memory Tips
Picture a manager 'driving' ('treiben') a project 'forward' ('voran').