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Meanings
Noun
1. spirit, verve
2. fervor, passion
3. momentum
4. run up (sports)
5. uncertain period of time, a while, a spell (Louisiana)
6. moose, elk
Examples17
He is gaining momentum.
You ought to stop pirouetting around for a while and listen to me.
He did everything with great impetus.
We've lost some momentum.
This new job gave her a new lease of life.
The idea is gathering momentum.