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as in to shove
to apply force to (someone or something) so that it moves in front of one
I had to push my damaged bike all the way home
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as in campaign
a series of activities undertaken to achieve a goal
an unprecedented push to pass stronger gun control measures
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Recent Examples of push
Carl Lamarre, Billboard, 20 June 2025
On the banks of the Patuxent River in rural Maryland, a former summer haven for Black residents is pushing to preserve its history and revitalize the town.
—Phillip M. Bailey, USA Today, 20 June 2025
Pamela McClintock, HollywoodReporter, 19 June 2025
Gloria maintained the cityhood push is not so much about San Diego’s real or perceived shortcomings, but part of a recent trend rather than the forward-looking view the association has.
—Michael Smolens, San Diego Union-Tribune, 8 June 2025
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Verb
The track marks a stylistic shift, showcasing Jaydon’s ability to push the tempo without losing his soulful edge.
—Carl Lamarre, Billboard, 20 June 2025
On the banks of the Patuxent River in rural Maryland, a former summer haven for Black residents is pushing to preserve its history and revitalize the town.
—Phillip M. Bailey, USA Today, 20 June 2025
Noun
The movie, which kicks of their DC Universe, opens July 11 in North America, timed to its release around the world, meaning DC and Warners have three weeks to make their final marketing push.
—Pamela McClintock, HollywoodReporter, 19 June 2025
Gloria maintained the cityhood push is not so much about San Diego’s real or perceived shortcomings, but part of a recent trend rather than the forward-looking view the association has.
—Michael Smolens, San Diego Union-Tribune, 8 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for push
Verb
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Sun guard Marina Mabrey then shoved Clark to the ground in what was a chippy affair.—
Ryan Gaydos,
FOXNews.com,
18 June 2025
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Mabrey again shoved Clark away from Sheldon and knocked her to the floor, and after a lengthy review, technical fouls were given to Charles, Mabrey and Clark.—
Emily Adams,
Hartford Courant,
18 June 2025
Verb
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Despite remaining hugely cash-generative at the operating level, outgoings on player transfers, loan interest and the £50million investment at the Carrington training ground have squeezed their ability to spend quite so readily as in the past.—
Gregg Evans,
New York Times,
17 June 2025
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Team-building is not about squeezing sufficient value out of every single contract or assembling a roster of yes men.—
Andrew Callahan,
Boston Herald,
16 June 2025
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The Patriots junior, who was instrumental in the school winning the 4A state football championship in the fall, closed out his junior campaign with three more state championship medals in track.—
Gary Curreri,
Sun Sentinel,
20 June 2025
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These hold-down test-firings are typically one of the final milestones in a Starship launch campaign before SpaceX moves the rocket to the launch pad.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
19 June 2025
Verb
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While there are many levers driving that crisis, one critical factor is a shortage of skilled trade workers.—
Jennifer Castenson,
Forbes.com,
19 June 2025
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Blood drives at credit union The San Diego County Credit Union and the San Diego Blood Bank will host a blood drive from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. June 30 at four locations in the county.—
Linda Mcintosh,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
19 June 2025
Verb
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Simply press a button on the side of the pole, and a hinge releases.—
Sandi Schwartz,
Better Homes & Gardens,
13 June 2025
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Israel appears ready to attack Iran, according to reports citing U.S. and European officials, and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has been pressing Trump to allow strikes.—
Natasha Turak,
CNBC,
12 June 2025
Noun
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However, the rapid movement of the dollar in either direction typically sparks extensive internal discussions about hedging strategies and financial forecasts.—
Sheryl Estrada,
Fortune,
17 June 2025
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But the political movement that fueled his most unlikely return to power is threatening to now crack.—
Philip Elliott,
Time,
17 June 2025
Verb
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Here, the hero encounters a monstrous Genma striking down a woman and he is thrust into battle in classic Onimusha fashion.—
Zackery Cuevas,
PC Magazine,
11 June 2025
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In 1976, he was thrust into the daytime soap opera world with his General Hospital debut as Dr. Rick Webber, the two-time husband of Denise Alexander's Lesley and adoptive father of Genie Francis' Laura Collins.—
Mekishana Pierre Published,
EW.com,
11 June 2025
Noun
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Officials said the Medical Examiner’s Office will determine the cause and manner of death.—
Alexandra Mendoza,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
14 June 2025
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At this time, the containment status is unknown and the cause of the fire remains undetermined.—
CA WILDFIRE BOT,
Sacbee.com,
14 June 2025
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“Push.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/push. Accessed 26 Jun. 2025.
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