A Thrust

1. (fencing) An attack made by moving the sword parallel to its length and landing with the point.
2. A push, stab, or lunge forward (the act thereof.)
3. The force generated by propulsion, as in a jet engine.
4. (figuratively) The primary effort; the goal.

Synonyms

• (push, stab, or lunge forward): break, dart, grab
• (force generated by propulsion): lift, push
• (primary effort or goal): focus, gist, point