pushback

noun

push·​back ˈpu̇sh-ˌbak 

1

: the action of forcing an object backward

2

: resistance or opposition in response to a policy or regulation especially by those affected

Examples of pushback in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Price caps overall, though, have received significant pushback from ticket brokers and resale platforms like StubHub, SeatGeek and Vivid Seats. — Ethan Millman, HollywoodReporter, 12 Aug. 2026

Even as there has been some bipartisan pushback to the slashes, aspects of children’s lives from school to home to doctor’s offices could be affected. — Justin Klawans, TheWeek, 12 Aug. 2026

Experts suggest four powerful strategies to navigate requests, fostering collaboration and reducing pushback. — Kate Wieczorek, Forbes.com, 12 Aug. 2026

The number of people riding e-bikes is steadily rising and efforts to corral their use will likely face increasing pushback. — John Aguilar, Denver Post, 11 Aug. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1942, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for pushback

• aback
• attack
• backpack
• backtrack
• bareback
• blackjack
• brownback
• buyback
• callback
• cognac
• comeback
• cutback