100 Examples of sentences containing the verb "thrust"

Definition

Thrust (verb): To push or drive something with force; to extend or project something forward or outward.

Synonyms

• Push
• Drive
• Propel
• Shove
• Jab
• Ram
• Impel
• Launch
• Force

Antonyms

• Pull
• Retreat
• Withdraw
• Recede
• Draw back

Examples

1. He thrust his hand into the air to ask a question.
2. The knight thrust his sword forward in defense.
3. She thrust the door open, eager to enter.
4. The athlete thrust himself forward at the finish line.
5. The chef thrust the knife into the chopping board.
6. In anger, he thrust the book across the table.
7. The wind thrust the leaves all around the garden.
8. The child thrust his toy into his friend’s hands.
9. The climber thrust his pick into the ice for a better grip.
10. She thrust her opinion into the heated debate.
11. He thrust the ball towards the goal with great force.
12. The speaker thrust his ideas into the minds of the audience.
13. The dog thrust its nose into the bag, searching for treats.
14. In a fit of excitement, she thrust her arms around him.
15. The soldier thrust his bayonet forward in training.
16. The artist thrust colors onto the canvas with passion.
17. He thrust the envelope into the mailbox hurriedly.
18. The wave thrust itself against the rocky shore.
19. She thrust her foot down to stop the car.
20. The actor thrust his chest out proudly after the performance.
21. The speaker thrust his voice to be heard over the crowd.
22. He thrust his hand into the pocket to find his keys.
23. The manager thrust the report into the hands of his assistant.
24. She thrust the curtain aside to see outside.
25. The crowd thrust forward to catch a glimpse of the parade.
26. He thrust the chair away in frustration.
27. The tree branch thrust through the window during the storm.
28. She thrust her opinion into the discussion without hesitation.
29. The soldier thrust forward to protect his comrades.
30. The teacher thrust the textbook into the student’s hands.
31. He thrust his bike down the hill with great speed.
32. The toddler thrust his toys everywhere in excitement.
33. The coach thrust the player into the game at the last moment.
34. She thrust her leg forward while dancing.
35. The earthquake thrust the ground upward suddenly.
36. He thrust his laptop into his bag before leaving.
37. The magician thrust the wand into the air for effect.
38. The bull thrust its horns at the matador.
39. She thrust her way through the crowd to reach the stage.
40. The artist thrust his brush into vibrant paint.
41. He thrust the door shut behind him to block out the noise.
42. The child thrust his face underwater to see the fish.
43. The politician thrust his policies into the spotlight.
44. She thrust her chin up defiantly.
45. The wind thrust the boat onto the shore.
46. He thrust the steering wheel to avoid the obstacle.
47. The crowd thrust their hands in the air during the concert.
48. She thrust her ideas forward with confidence.
49. The knight thrust his lance at the target.
50. He thrust the pages of the book together.
51. The boxer thrust his fists towards his opponent.
52. She thrust the suitcase into the trunk of the car.
53. The dog thrust its toy back to its owner.
54. He thrust the microphone closer to his mouth.
55. The artist thrust the paintbrush across the canvas.
56. She thrust the papers into the filing cabinet.
57. The wind thrust the kite high into the sky.
58. He thrust his way past the barriers.
59. The explorer thrust the flag into the ground upon reaching the summit.
60. She thrust her thoughts onto the paper.
61. The student thrust the report into the teacher's hands.
62. The athlete thrust his body into the final stretch.
63. He thrust his head out of the window for fresh air.
64. The wave thrust the boat sideways.
65. She thrust her hand forward in greeting.
66. The chef thrust a spatula into the sizzling pan.
67. The dancer thrust her leg into the air gracefully.
68. He thrust his foot against the accelerator.
69. The soldier thrust his shield forward to block the attack.
70. The parent thrust the child into the pool for a swim.
71. She thrust her phone into her pocket.
72. He thrust himself into his work after the breakup.
73. The athlete thrust his weight forward to gain momentum.
74. She thrust the curtain back to let in the light.
75. The climber thrust his hand up to grab the ledge.
76. The artist thrust the palette knife into the paint.
77. He thrust his words into the conversation passionately.
78. The teacher thrust his finger at the map to point out the location.
79. She thrust her foot down to stop the bike.
80. The wind thrust the leaves into a swirling dance.
81. He thrust his chest out to show confidence.
82. The director thrust his vision into the film.
83. She thrust the cake into the oven with care.
84. The athlete thrust the javelin into the air.
85. He thrust the dog’s leash into his hand.
86. The signal thrust the car into motion.
87. She thrust the ball towards her teammate.
88. The climber thrust his foot into the foothold.
89. He thrust the rope to his friend on the other side.
90. The artist thrust his vision onto the canvas.
91. She thrust the toy into the child’s hands to keep them occupied.
92. The runner thrust his body forward at the sound of the gun.
93. He thrust his arms into the air in victory.
94. The wind thrust the snow into the air around them.
95. She thrust the book back onto the shelf.
96. The knight thrust his sword into the ground.
97. He thrust the map into her hands for guidance.
98. The child thrust his face into the pillow.
99. The wave thrust the boat back towards the shore.
100. She thrust her way into the front of the line.