Ed and Diane swept into Symes's office a short head in front of the human wave propelling them onwards.
Trenhalle, John A MEANS TO EVIL
At the end of his peroration, Bunbury drew a deep breath and picked up his gold propelling pencil.
Butterworth, Michael THE FIVE MILLION DOLLAR PRINCE
All related terms of 'propelling'
propel
To propel something in a particular direction means to cause it to move in that direction.
propelling nozzle
a projecting pipe or spout from which fluid is discharged
propelling pencil
a pencil consisting of a metal or plastic case containing a replaceable lead. As the point is worn away the lead can be extended , usually by turning part of the case
self-propelled
(of a vehicle) provided with its own source of tractive power rather than requiring an external means of propulsion
nozzle
The nozzle of a hose or pipe is a narrow piece fitted to the end to control the flow of liquid or gas .