Synonyms of elbow

elbow

verb

as in to push

to force one's way

the sort of greedy person who is always the first to elbow to the front of the buffet table at every party

Synonyms & Similar Words

• push
• squeeze
• shoulder
• muscle
• bull
• shove
• bore
• jam
• press
• crash
• thrust
• jostle
• bulldoze
• ram

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of elbow

Latest injury report KU sophomore Kohl Rosario needed 14 stitches after getting elbowed at practice Friday and did not attend the game. — Gary Bedore, Kansas City Star, 25 Oct. 2026

In larger establishments you might be given your own table; in smaller joints you'll be squeezed onto a bench elbow to elbow with strangers. — Lee Cobaj, Condé Nast Traveler, 20 Oct. 2026

After a long day zigzagging through Venice’s narrow streets, elbowing your way past crowds at every turn, arriving back in the historic Cannaregio district is a relief. — Mary Holland, Robb Report, 8 Oct. 2026

Interestingly, his first game for Argentina lasted just 47 seconds, as he was sent off for elbowing a defender in the face. — Jibin Joseph, PC Magazine, 6 Oct. 2026

Phrases Containing elbow

• elbow grease
• elbow room