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单词 momentum
释义 momentum
momentum /məˈmen.təm/ aep /-t̬əm/ noun [U]
C2 the force that keeps an object moving or keeps an event developing after it has started: » Once you push it, it keeps going under its own momentum.» The spacecraft will fly round the Earth to gain/gather momentum for its trip to Jupiter.» The play loses momentum (= becomes less interesting, energetic, etc.) by its half way stage.» In an attempt to give new momentum to their plans, the committee set a date for starting detailed discussions.Thesaurus+: ↑Particular theories and concepts in physicsThesaurus+: ↑Speed of motion
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Extra Examples:» The campaign has been gaining momentum ever since the television appeal.» Opposition to the tax has been gaining momentum.» We got up the hill through sheer momentum.» The campaign for an elected mayor seems to have lost momentum.
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