Verbs for Causing Movement

to move from side to side or up and down

The cat climbed the tree, causing the branches to shake with every agile movement.

a solid material forming part of the earth's surface, often made of one or more minerals

She collected interesting rocks during her trip to the beach.

to move or make something move from one side to another while suspended

The pendulum clock swung back and forth with a rhythmic tick-tock.

to slowly move back and forth or from side to side

The branches of the willow tree swayed gently in the breeze.

to use your hands, arms, body, etc. in order to make something or someone move forward or away from you

She pushed the cart down the aisle at the grocery store.

to push forcefully with a quick, strong movement, often using hands or body

Tempers flared, and a heated argument led to someone attempting to shove their opponent.

to cause someone or something to move quickly

Realizing the urgency, he hustled his friends out of the building before the authorities arrived.

to drive, push, or cause to move forward or onward

The boat's engine propels it swiftly across the water.

to push an object or person with considerable strength and speed

The knight thrust his sword into the enemy, swiftly defeating his opponent.

to control the movement and the speed of a car, bus, truck, etc. when it is moving

You should drive with both hands on the steering wheel.

to fix an object to another, usually with glue or another similar substance

I need to stick this photo to the page of my scrapbook.

to use your hands to move something or someone toward yourself or in the direction that your hands are moving

She pulled her suitcase behind her as she walked through the airport.

to pull something with effort along a surface

She drags the suitcase across the airport floor.

to make a picture of something using a pencil, pen, etc. without coloring it

He drew a cute cat on the paper for his little sister.

to be pulled along by a leading force

The kite soared in the sky, with its long tail trailing behind it.

to pull an object behind a vehicle, typically using a rope or chain

The tow truck was called to tow the car that had broken down on the highway.

to pull something with a sudden and powerful motion

He yanked the stubborn weed from the soil, determined to clear the garden.

to secure or attach by tying or fastening, often with a quick and simple knot

She decided to hitch the tent to a nearby tree to prevent it from blowing away in the strong wind.

to drag someone or something with force

The fishermen had to hale the heavy net filled with fish onto the boat.

to pull with a quick, forceful movement

He tugged at the stuck suitcase handle, hoping it would finally open.

to let or make something fall to the ground

Supplies are being dropped for the refugees.

to momentarily put something into a liquid

My Asian roommate likes to dip her sushi rolls into soy sauce.

to completely put something into a liquid

The cook immersed the vegetables completely in the boiling water.

a TV station that broadcasts different programs

Viewers can switch between channels to watch their favorite shows or catch up on the latest news.

to make gas or liquid move in a certain direction using a mechanical action

He had to pump air into the bicycle tires to ensure a smooth ride.