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push

Pronunciation: [/pʊʃ/]

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push: meanings and example sentences

Learn how to use push in a sentence: 9 audio examples across 3 meanings.

Context: “physical action”

(verb) to apply force in order to move something away from oneself or in a particular direction. Like when you push a door to open it or push a toy car across the floor.

Example

She pushed the cart down the aisle at the grocery store.

Example

He didn't push hard enough, so the heavy box didn't budge.

Example

Can you push the swing higher?

Context: “physical action”

(noun) an act of exerting force in order to move something away from oneself or in a particular direction. Like when you give something a little shove to move it.

Example

With a push from behind, the car finally started moving.

Example

The door wouldn't open without a push.

Example

Did you give the door a push to see if it would open?

Context: “encouragement”

(verb) to promote or encourage the development or progress of something. Like when you motivate someone or provide support.

Example

The coach always pushes his players to do their best.

Example

She felt stuck in her job because no one was pushing her to try new things.

Example

How do you push yourself to achieve your goals?

How to pronounce push

Pronunciation: [/pʊʃ/]

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