momentum

Definition

In physics, the product of mass times velocity that explains why things in motion stay in motion—and why stopping a runaway project feels impossible. More colloquially, it's that magical force that makes everyone want to jump on the bandwagon once success starts building. Losing momentum is every athlete's and startup founder's worst nightmare.

Example Usage

The sales team gained serious momentum after landing that first enterprise client, and suddenly everyone wanted a piece of the action.

Source: Physics and common industry terminology

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