push

²push

noun

Definition of PUSH

1

: a vigorous effort to attain an end : drive: a : a military assault or offensive b : an advance that overcomes obstacles c : a campaign to promote a product

2

: a time for action : emergency

3

a : an act of pushing : shove b (1) : a physical force steadily applied in a direction away from the body exerting it (2) : a nonphysical pressure : influence, urge c : vigorous enterprise or energy

4

a : an exertion of influence to promote another's interests b : stimulation to activity : impetus

— push comes to shove

: a decisive moment comes <backed down when push came to shove>

Examples of PUSH

1. <an unprecedented push to pass stronger gun control measures>

First Known Use of PUSH

1563

Related to PUSH

Synonyms: bandwagon, blitz, cause, crusade, drive, juggernaut, movement, campaign

Related Words: assault, attack, maneuver, march, offensive; action, bid, enterprise, initiative, mission, project, undertaking

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Other Business Terms

amortize, caveat emptor, clearinghouse, divest, due diligence, emolument, green-collar, marque, overhead, perquisite