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impulse of vs impulso toward

Both phrases are correct, but they are used in different contexts. 'Impulse of' is used to describe the source or origin of an impulse, while 'impulse toward' is used to indicate the direction or target of an impulse.

Last updated: March 26, 2024 • 529 views

impulse of

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English to describe the source or origin of an impulse.

This phrase is used to indicate where an impulse comes from or what causes it.

Examples:

  • The impulse of anger overwhelmed him.
  • She couldn't resist the impulse of curiosity.
  • The impulse of generosity led him to donate to the charity.
  • Understanding the impulse of fear is crucial in overcoming it.
  • The impulse of love guided her actions.
  • I can understand the impulse of taking matters into one's own hands, but I advise keeping a cool head.
  • Another issue to take into account is the transmission of the easing impulse of monetary policy to the rest of the economy.
  • Barnett Newman had a famous quote that "the impulse of modern art is the desire to destroy beauty" - which was considered bourgeois or tacky.
  • I can't believe that the noblest impulse of man - his compassion for another - can be completely dead here.
  • You will act wholly on the impulse of the moment.
  • It's okay to act on the impulse of the moment?
  • May I ask whether these pleasing attentions proceed from the impulse of the moment, or are they the result of previous study?
  • Shall we, or do you cling to your impulse of escaping?
  • Nor law, nor duty bade me fight Nor public men, nor cheering crowds A lonely impulse of delight
  • Without the most powerful impulse of the spirit.
  • Lélia's suggestion was probably driven by the impulse of lifting up the family spirit.
  • Perhaps it is picking up the electrical impulse of our systems.
  • Under the impulse of earlier meetings, including the informal eurozone summit of 11 March, we were able to bring together almost all the strengths of this endeavour.
  • See, every man has his own impulse of individuality, yes?
  • I do not reason, I feel, and obey the impulse of my faith and my heart, which has never betrayed me.
  • The lack of space, of oxygen makes you deliciously aware of every inch and impulse of your body.
  • The greed of the Patrician class and the savage impulse of the masses saved me.
  • For the second time I resist the impulse of going to Luigia.
  • My dear Mr Prodi, precisely because I have the same passion as you for Europe, I am convinced that in order to relaunch the constitutional process we need a new impulse of energy based on democracy and rights.
  • If there is any impulse which contributes to good research it is the impulse of pure curiosity.

Alternatives:

  • source of the impulse
  • origin of the impulse
  • cause of the impulse

impulso toward

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English to indicate the direction or target of an impulse.

This phrase is used to describe where an impulse is directed or what it is aimed at.

Examples:

  • His impulse toward adventure led him to travel the world.
  • The impulse toward change was strong in the community.
  • She felt an impulse toward self-improvement.
  • The impulse toward success motivated him to work harder.
  • Their impulses toward each other were undeniable.
  • Asociación de exportadores españoles de productos farmacéuticos and Española de desarrollo e impulso farmacéutico, SA are ordered to pay the costs.
  • Well, because I believe that what Europe needs are three things that in my language begin with "i": ideas (ideas), ilusión (aspiration) and impulso (motivation).
  • Action brought on 17 June 2004 by Asociación de Exportadores Españoles de Productos Farmacéuticos (Aseprofar) y Española de Desarrollo e Impulso Farmacéutico, SA (Edifa) against the Commission of the European Communities
  • The impulse toward community service has taken a backseat to economic and job concerns.
  • Applicant(s): Asociación de exportadores españoles de productos farmacéuticos (Aseprofar) and Española de desarrollo e impulso farmacéutico, SA (Edifa) (Madrid, Spain) (represented by: L. Ortiz Blanco, lawyer).
  • Case T-247/04: Action brought on 17 June 2004 by Asociación de Exportadores Españoles de Productos Farmacéuticos (Aseprofar) y Española de Desarrollo e Impulso Farmacéutico, SA (Edifa) against the Commission of the European Communities
  • Ethnographic studies of the suburbs indicate a cultural impulsion toward overt displays of status.
  • My journey leads toward other path.
  • My husband devoted much coin toward his capture.
  • Both victims gravitated toward non-mainstream faiths.
  • Last seen heading south toward Hunts Point.
  • Target is moving toward Rachada junction.
  • Tracing Route 160 toward Wilson Ridge.
  • There's literally a planet hurtling toward earth.
  • Nature evolves toward death, dear colleague.
  • His anger might be directed toward someone there.
  • 11th Avenue, heading southbound toward 24th.
  • Moving toward Sector 7, stairwell D.
  • Suspect fleeing across West Side highway toward marine terminal.
  • Kevin hadley exhibited unacceptable behavior Toward another fire fighter.

Alternatives:

  • direction of the impulse
  • target of the impulse
  • aim of the impulse

Related Comparisons

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