der Vorstoß
Translation
advance, push, initiative, proposal
Examples
Der militärische Vorstoß war erfolgreich.
The military advance was successful.
Er machte einen neuen Vorstoß in den Verhandlungen.
He made a new push in the negotiations.
Grammar Patterns
to make/undertake an advance ((into sth.)) The army undertook an advance into enemy territory.
Similar Words
Synonyms: der Angriff (attack), die Initiative (initiative); Antonyms: der Rückzug (retreat)
Etymology
From 'vor' (forward) + 'Stoß' (push, thrust). It literally means a 'forward push', referring to a physical advance or a figurative proposal.
Memory Tips
Picture an army making a 'push forward' into enemy territory, or someone making a bold 'proposal' in a meeting.