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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
Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 31 Aug. 2025
The waters had receded in some areas, but the flood had even displaced the dead: Coffins buried in the shallow landscape were pushed out of the group and deposited in the middle of the road.
—Mandi Wright, Freep.com, 31 Aug. 2025
Mitch Bannon, New York Times, 20 Aug. 2025
While the multilateral summit was marked by public displays of agreement, European leaders left with few details about how Trump intends to turn his push for a peace deal into reality.
—Callum Sutherland, Time, 19 Aug. 2025
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Verb
The world’s best watchmakers really pushed the limits in August, unveiling timepieces that take design cues from all manner of things.
—Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 31 Aug. 2025
The waters had receded in some areas, but the flood had even displaced the dead: Coffins buried in the shallow landscape were pushed out of the group and deposited in the middle of the road.
—Mandi Wright, Freep.com, 31 Aug. 2025
Noun
Leaving losses behind in short October series is the difference between easy exits and deep playoff pushes.
—Mitch Bannon, New York Times, 20 Aug. 2025
While the multilateral summit was marked by public displays of agreement, European leaders left with few details about how Trump intends to turn his push for a peace deal into reality.
—Callum Sutherland, Time, 19 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for push
Verb
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Law enforcement alleged that Hardy shoved Idaho State Police Lt. Michael Kish repeatedly with her hands outside the Idaho Capitol, where counterprotesters gathered.—
Sally Krutzig,
Idaho Statesman,
28 Aug. 2025
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Klára tries to keep him away but Berend, a sweaty, sour beast of a man who wears a permanent scowl, insistently shoves his way into the household.—
David Rooney,
HollywoodReporter,
28 Aug. 2025
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They have been squeezed at both ends: preparation curtailed by a post-season Club World Cup, but also a transfer deadline that caused deep uncertainty over the future of several players, as well as the size of squad Guardiola will have to manage.—
Jordan Campbell,
New York Times,
27 Aug. 2025
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Rinse the butter by kneading it and squeezing it in the ice bath.—
Elizabeth Karmel,
Forbes.com,
25 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Then the house’s enigmatic tarot card influencer vanishes, and Dayna and another house member begin a social media campaign to find her – and gain some virality for themselves.—
Clare Mulroy,
USA Today,
31 Aug. 2025
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What To Know Harrison appeared on The Breakfast Club to discuss his post-DNC work and to address questions about the party's handling of the 2024 campaign cycle.—
Anna Commander,
MSNBC Newsweek,
30 Aug. 2025
Verb
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The Longhorns were driving for a tying touchdown late in the game but Jack Endries was stopped by Caleb Downs 1 yard short of a first down to end hopes of a comeback.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
30 Aug. 2025
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The demographics driving these redistricting battles aren't natural.—
James Bickerton,
MSNBC Newsweek,
30 Aug. 2025
Verb
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In the Netherlands, PostNL spokesperson Wout Witteveen said the Trump administration is pressing ahead with the new duties despite U.S. authorities lacking a system to collect them.—
Demetris Nellas,
Fortune,
23 Aug. 2025
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These little n—as walking around with all that sh—t on popping sh—t, and you never been pressed.—
Angel Diaz,
Billboard,
22 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Trump said earlier this month that Vance is the most likely heir to his MAGA movement, but Vance continued to brush off speculation about his 2028 plans.—
Francesca Chambers,
USA Today,
29 Aug. 2025
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Abbott said the legislation puts Texas on a healthier path, crediting Kennedy with galvanizing healthier living movement.—
Eleanor Dearman,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
28 Aug. 2025
Verb
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Clemons is perfectly fine as a backup, contrary to popular belief; he’s just not suited for a bigger role like he was thrust into last year.—
Zack Rosenblatt,
New York Times,
23 Aug. 2025
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Known for black-and-white portraits, nudes and LGBTQ+ and BDSM themes, Mapplethorpe was thrust into national art and censorship debates during the 1980s and 1990s.—
Charlotte Observer,
Charlotte Observer,
21 Aug. 2025
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The fire is 13% contained, and its cause remains under investigation, according to the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (Cal Fire).—
Greta Cross,
USA Today,
26 Aug. 2025
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Currently, there is no data indicating the containment progress of the fire and its cause has yet to be determined.—
CA WILDFIRE BOT,
Sacbee.com,
26 Aug. 2025
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“Push.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/push. Accessed 3 Sep. 2025.
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