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Thrust Upward Crossword Clue
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We think the answer is "HEAVED" which means:
- noun
- • An upward movement (especially a rhythmical rising and falling)
- • (geology) a horizontal dislocation
- • The act of lifting something with great effort
- • An involuntary spasm of ineffectual vomiting
- • The act of raising something
- • Throwing something heavy (with great effort) verb
- • Utter a sound, as with obvious effort
- • Throw with great effort
- • Rise and move, as in waves or billows
- • Lift or elevate
- • Move or cause to move in a specified way, direction, or position
- • Breathe noisily, as when one is exhausted
- • Bend out of shape, as under pressure or from heat
- • Make an unsuccessful effort to vomit; strain to vomit
An example sentence would be:
- • "She heaved the heavy box onto the shelf."
- • "He heaved a sigh of relief when he heard the good news."
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