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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
New York Daily News Editorial Board, New York Daily News, 27 Jan. 2025
The order specifically called out the Biden administration for its involvement in pushing DEI initiatives in the federal government.
—Jackson Walker, Baltimore Sun, 27 Jan. 2025
Kacen Bayless, Kansas City Star, 27 Jan. 2025
At first glance, the push from his teammates appeared to be unsuccessful in getting a new set of downs.
—Ryan Gaydos, Fox News, 27 Jan. 2025
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Verb
Unfortunately, no good deed goes unpunished, and the free Direct File program is in the crosshairs of GOP lawmakers who are pushing the new Trump administration to take action against it.
—New York Daily News Editorial Board, New York Daily News, 27 Jan. 2025
The order specifically called out the Biden administration for its involvement in pushing DEI initiatives in the federal government.
—Jackson Walker, Baltimore Sun, 27 Jan. 2025
Noun
For Kansas City activists and lawmakers, the push signals a significant step backwards in the fight over civil rights.
—Kacen Bayless, Kansas City Star, 27 Jan. 2025
At first glance, the push from his teammates appeared to be unsuccessful in getting a new set of downs.
—Ryan Gaydos, Fox News, 27 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for push
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Josh Allen is lurking with seven. 4d ago / 2:50 PM PST Copied Share Eagles 'shove' their way to another touchdown Andrew Greif With 12:24 to play in this game, Philadelphia leads 41-23.—
Rohan Nadkarni,
NBC News,
27 Jan. 2025
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But Collins continued Monday to hammer at the government’s version of the evidence, saying prosecutors were trying to shove misshapen puzzle pieces into a false picture and make innocent conduct appear criminal.—
Ray Long,
Chicago Tribune,
27 Jan. 2025
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The guidance drops have stirred concerns among investors that EA can continue to squeeze growth from its tentpole FC soccer franchise in particular, which accounts for a big slice of its operating revenues.—
Etan Vlessing,
The Hollywood Reporter,
4 Feb. 2025
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Why Juicing Might Not Benefit the Microbiome The process of squeezing liquid from fruits and veggies, casting off its pulp, leaves one critical nutrient on the table (or, rather, in the blender): fiber.—
Sarah Garone,
Health,
4 Feb. 2025
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Drive Development contributed $50,000 to Suarez’s re-election campaign in 2020 and $100,000 to Suarez’s 2018 initiative to create a strong mayor position (voters rejected it), campaign finance records show.—
Linda Robertson,
Miami Herald,
26 Jan. 2025
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Earlier this month, WWD exclusively revealed Mulligan as the face of Prada’s spring 2025 campaign.—
Hannah Malach,
WWD,
26 Jan. 2025
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When Dawn did not return home that night, friends and family drove around the school campus looking for her, the Honolulu Star-Bulletin reported at the time.—
Ray Sanchez,
CNN,
26 Jan. 2025
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On the night of the fire, Ford persuaded Anderson to drive him and another man to the house.—
Mara Bovsun,
New York Daily News,
26 Jan. 2025
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Despite Mulino's stance, Rubio intends to press the issue, citing growing concerns over China's presence at both the Pacific and Caribbean entrances to the canal.—
Daniel R. Depetris,
Newsweek,
1 Feb. 2025
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After a week full of action that saw six multi-time All-Stars get moved, Sabally’s destination remained one of the offseason’s pressing questions.—
Sabreena Merchant,
The Athletic,
1 Feb. 2025
Noun
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The feline's movement can trigger instinctive responses in dogs as a natural self-preservation mechanism.—
Anders Fogh Rasmussen,
Newsweek,
5 Feb. 2025
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Some broadcasts are also turning to higher camera angles to capture the full complexity of wide receiver and defensive back movement, both before and after the snap.—
Jacob Feldman,
Sportico.com,
5 Feb. 2025
Verb
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As the only child of Whitney and Bobby Brown, Bobbi Kristina was thrust into the spotlight from a young age, experiencing a life full of both triumphs and struggles.—
Jordana Comiter,
People.com,
31 Jan. 2025
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He was thrust into the starting role in Week 6 of the 2024 season in a 41-21 loss to the Texans.—
Doug Kyed,
Boston Herald,
28 Jan. 2025
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The most common causes of extrinsic stains are coffee, tea, red wine, colas, and smoking.—
Sherri Gordon,
Health,
2 Feb. 2025
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The causes of autism in the case of Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. and her attitude toward Edward Snowden in the case of Tulsi Gabbard.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
2 Feb. 2025
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“Push.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/push. Accessed 9 Feb. 2025.
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