surged

"The apéritifs were particularly stimulating."

"The student walked forwards to the front of the classroom to receive her award. "

"The coach told the runners to accelerate as they entered the final stretch of the race. "

"He felt a surge of excitement."

"The children walked safely on the sideways next to the busy street. "

"He was slightly built, but tall."

"With a series of heaves, the movers finally got the heavy sofa up the stairs. "

"The experienced sailor steered the small boat safely across the lake. "

"Suddenly, the heavens opened and we all got drenched."

"The increase in homework assignments this week was significant. "

"to allow a servant his liberty;  to allow a free passage;  to allow one day for rest"

"The toaster browned the bread quickly. "