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Definition |
the driving force behind |
Examples |
1) Martin Luther King Jr.'s moving spirit continues to
inspire people to fight for justice and equality.
2) The company's founder was the moving spirit behind its
growth. |
Etymology |
The term can be traced back to the concept
of the "spirit", an intangible force to push things ahead. |
Synonyms |
driving force, guiding light, animating
principle |
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