Meaning of the word push in English

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push

US /pʊʃ/

UK /pʊʃ/

Verb

exert force on (someone or something) with one's arm or body, typically in order to move them away from oneself or from the thing that is exerting force

Example:

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She tried to push the heavy door open.

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Don't push me, I'm already going as fast as I can.

Synonym:

shove thrust propel press force

move with effort into a specified position or state

Example:

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He pushed his way through the crowd.

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The company is pushing for new reforms.

Synonym:

force drive urge press compel

Noun

an act of exerting force on something to move it away

Example:

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Give the door a good push.

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He felt a sudden push from behind.

Synonym:

shove thrust press jolt

a determined effort to achieve something

Example:

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The company made a big push to increase sales.

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There's a strong push for environmental protection.

Synonym:

effort campaign drive initiative endeavor

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