Impulse

B2

What does "Impulse" mean?

a sudden strong urge to act

Synonym: urge Opposite: deliberation

"Impulse" in a sentence

Real example sentences from TV shows and movies.

It was an impulse.

Friends S9E9

yeah, right now i understand the impulse.

Grey's Anatomy S2E18

But my impulse was still right.

Modern Family S2E8

I think everyone has the impulse to move up, but at a certain point, you just have to let it go.

Suits S1E7

It's because you have no control over your own impulses.

The Good Place S4E2

"Impulse" in TV shows & movies

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