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

Washington supplies the last motive, with CNBC framing the alliance as the sector's pushback against efforts to curb Chinese models. — Jason Snyder, Forbes.com, 29 July 2026

But the effort has sparked pushback and ethics complaints from longtime biathletes and supporters, who spoke out during town halls and started an opposition website, saying the board has fast-tracked a plan that threatens the sport’s future. — ABC News, 28 July 2026

Most parents can expect at least some developmental pushback in the toddler years or early adolescence. — Jillian Pretzel, Parents, 25 July 2026

The proposal received stiff pushback from at least one councilmember, Monica Rodriguez. — Los Angeles Times, 25 July 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