pushback

noun

push·​back ˈpu̇sh-ˌbak 

1

: the action of forcing an object backward

2

: resistance or opposition in response to a policy or regulation especially by those affected

Examples of pushback in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The Fed proposed several changes earlier this year to stress tests requirements following pushback from Wall Street executive after 2024′s more stringent rules. —Morgan Chittum, CNBC, 20 June 2025

The decision immediately received pushback from residents and politicians alike who worry about the hazardous toxins that may still be lurking within the soil. —Melanie Stetson Freeman, Christian Science Monitor, 20 June 2025

Those demonstrations, which have at times devolved into violence, prompted President Trump to send members of the National Guard and Marines to the city despite pushback from state and local leaders. —Brett Samuels, The Hill, 19 June 2025

Pardo’s proposal has faced pushback from Florida officials. —Tess Riski, Miami Herald, 18 June 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1942, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for pushback

• aback
• anzac
• attack
• backpack
• backtrack
• bareback
• blackjack
• brownback
• buyback
• callback
• cognac
• comeback