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    S'élançait (en. Was rushing)

    /s.e.lɑ̃.sɛ/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    verb
    To move quickly or energetically.
    The cat rushed towards the mouse.
    Le chat s'élançait vers la souris.
    To make a sudden movement forward.
    He rushed into the wave with enthusiasm.
    Il s'élançait dans la vague avec enthousiasme.
    To throw oneself into something with force.
    She rushed into the project without hesitation.
    Elle s'élançait dans le projet sans hésitation.

    Etymology

    From the verb 'élancer', derived from the Latin 'lanceare'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    rush to the rescue
    To intervene quickly to help someone.
    s'élancer au secours
    rush towards the future
    To have a dynamic approach to the future.
    s'élancer vers l'avenir
    rush into the unknown
    To take risks by embarking on a new experience.
    s'élancer dans l'inconnu

    Related Words

    rush
    To make a quick movement forward.
    élancer
    spear
    A sharp instrument used for throwing.
    lance
    momentum
    A movement or an impulse.
    élan

    Slang Meanings

    To boast or act flamboyantly.
    He rushes like crazy at every party.
    Il s'élance comme un fou à chaque fête.
    To rush to impress.
    She rushed onto the stage to capture attention.
    Elle s'est élancée sur la scène pour capturer l'attention.