Meaning
Momentum refers to the quantity of motion an object possesses, which is a product of its mass and velocity; in a broader context, it signifies the driving force or impetus behind a process, movement, or trend, particularly in social, political, or economi
💡 While often used in physics, the term "momentum" is frequently applied metaphorically in various fields; however, care should be taken to distinguish between its literal and figurative uses to avoid ambiguity.
Example Sentences
Word in Context
She
started
the
morning
with
a
simple
checklist
,
intending
only
to
clear
a
few
small
tasks
before
breakfast
.
As
each
item
was
ticked
off
,
a
sense
of
calm
replaced
the
usual
rush
,
and
her
confidence
grew
.
By
the
time
she
left
the
house
,
that
steady
momentum
had
made
it
easy
to
stick
to
her
plans
for
the
rest
of
the
day
.
When
an
unexpected
phone
call
threatened
to
distract
her
,
she
paused
,
reassessed
priorities
,
and
decided
to
respond
later
rather
than
interrupting
her
flow
.
This
quiet
discipline
allowed
her
to
finish
work
on
schedule
and
still
find
time
for
a
relaxed
evening
walk
.
Common Phrases
gain momentum
build momentum
lose momentum
Synonyms
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