Definition of "catapulted" []

• Simple past tense and past participle of catapult. (verb)

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• "The title catapulted the UK duo of Andy Diggle and Jock in the US spotlight, and the pair have been doing very well for themselves ever since."
• "Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson: With a nickname like "The Rock", this former WWE superstar has catapulted from the mat to the red carpet."
• "During a review of the autumn series Johnson emphasised the leadership qualities of Jonny Wilkinson and Lewis Moody, while Nick Easter's return to full fitness and form has seen his name catapulted into the frame."