push on

verb

pushed on; pushing on; pushes on
Synonyms of push onnext

intransitive verb

: to continue on one's way : proceed

Examples of push on in a Sentence

the party was getting deadly dull, so it was time to push on
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Just one gentle push on the doors reveals skyline views from the soaking tub or the shower. Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 12 May 2026 Gulf territories such as the UAE, Qatar and Saudi Arabia have borne the brunt of Iran’s retaliatory strikes but are pushing on with plans to expand to place in the international film business. Andreas Wiseman, Deadline, 12 May 2026 When other plants turn to survival mode, these tough plants push on through, continuing to thrive no matter the weather. Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 10 May 2026 These obstacles seemed insurmountable, but the group pushed on for over three years. Andrea Margolis, FOXNews.com, 10 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for push on

Word History

First Known Use

1602, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of push on was in 1602

Cite this Entry

“Push on.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/push%20on. Accessed 14 May. 2026.

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