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rocket

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Số nhiều: rocketsQuá khứ: rocketedPhân từ 2: rocketedV-ing: rocketing

The word carries an intense energy of sudden, explosive acceleration. It is rarely used to describe steady growth; instead, it evokes a violent or rapid burst of speed that defies gravity or expectations. In a literal sense, it is the gold standard for aerospace technology and space exploration. When used figuratively, it suggests an uncontrolled or dizzying ascent. While a word like climb implies a steady effort, rocket implies a trajectory that is almost vertical and instantaneous, often used in financial or social contexts to describe a sudden surge in value or fame.

Countable when referring to the physical vehicle used to reach space. Uncountable when referring to the propulsion technology or the act of using rockets.

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Danh từ

A cylindrical projectile or vehicle propelled by jet thrust.

"The rocket launched from the pad at dawn."

Ngoại động từ

[something]

To launch or move something upward with great speed.

"The company rocketed the satellite into orbit."

Nội động từ

[someone][something]

To rise or increase extremely rapidly.

"Stock prices rocketed after the announcement."

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