thrust
Translation
to push suddenly, to shove, to stab
Examples
She thrust the key into the lock.
She thrust the key into the lock.
He thrust his way through the crowd.
He thrust his way through the crowd.
Responsibility was thrust upon her.
Responsibility was thrust upon her.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) ((into/through/at sth.)) to push (sth.) suddenly and forcibly He thrust the book at me.
Similar Words
Synonyms: push, shove, jab; Antonyms: pull, draw
Etymology
From Old Norse 'þrysta' (to thrust, press, squeeze).
Memory Tips
Think of a rocket's 'thrust' - a powerful, forward push. Remember that the past tense and past participle are also 'thrust'.