Synonyms of pushes

pushes 1 of 2

verb

present tense third-person singular of push

1

as in shoves

to apply force to (someone or something) so that it moves in front of one

I had to push my damaged bike all the way home

Synonyms & Similar Words

• shoves
• drives
• thrusts
• propels
• moves
• squeezes
• jams
• forces
• impels
• pressures
• compresses
• bears (down)
• compels
• depresses
• weighs (upon)
• squashes
• muscles
• leans (on or against)
• rams
• bulldozes

2

as in squeezes

to force one's way

we had to push our way through a crowd that was mostly headed in the opposite direction

Synonyms & Similar Words

• squeezes
• shoves
• presses
• jams
• shoulders
• elbows
• muscles
• crashes
• bulls
• jostles
• bores
• thrusts
• bulldozes
• rams

pushes

2 of 2

noun

plural of push

as in campaigns

a series of activities undertaken to achieve a goal

an unprecedented push to pass stronger gun control measures

Synonyms & Similar Words

• campaigns
• movements
• drives
• causes
• crusades
• initiatives
• marches
• projects
• bids
• juggernauts
• blitzes
• actions
• bandwagons
• attacks
• maneuvers
• assaults
• missions
• offensives
• enterprises
• undertakings

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of pushes

Verb

Despite the unlikely duo closing in, the crime ring pushes past their limits, putting everything on the line for their beliefs — and their most ambitious heist yet. — Anthony D'alessandro, Deadline, 10 July 2026

This pushes brands to adopt medical terminology and focus on biological aging mechanisms, as seen with LYMA's new skincare system, developed with scientists and boasting clinical improvements like 71% hydration. — Kate Hardcastle, Forbes.com, 10 July 2026

The mechanism pushes or retracts permanent magnets positioned on all four sides of the robot, allowing neighboring boats to connect across gaps of 10 to 15 centimeters. — Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 10 July 2026

The Lense-Thirring effect, which pushes both orbital planes in the same direction, adds algebraically—the noise vanishes and the relativistic signal survives. — Jacek Krywko, ArsTechnica, 10 July 2026

But such extreme rainfall is becoming more common as planet-warming pollution pushes temperatures higher because warmer air holds more moisture. — Mary Gilbert, CNN Money, 10 July 2026

And while the fair has always had an appetite for foods on a stick, novelty creations and glorious gut busters, the 2026 lineup pushes that spirit further than ever. — Susan Stapleton, Des Moines Register, 9 July 2026

Finney-Smith’s arrival leaves Charlotte with 17 players on standard pacts and when factoring the utilization of the maximum of three two-way contract slots into account when they are officially filled, that pushes the Hornets up to 20. — Roderick Boone, Charlotte Observer, 3 July 2026

What that collaboration has come up with is a new knife that pushes Opinel's classic profile to new heights in terms of user friendliness and features. — New Atlas, 2 July 2026

Noun

Countries can still make realistic pushes toward localization, however. — Sasha Rogelberg, Fortune, 16 July 2026

Too many nonprofits rely heavily on social platforms or short-term fundraising pushes instead of consistently nurturing donor relationships. — Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 29 June 2026

If a partner or collaborator pushes for depth, welcome the nudge and refine the message until the heart and plan feel aligned. — Tarot.com, Baltimore Sun, 27 June 2026

Other cities in Solano County, including Benecia, Suisun, and Dixon, were successful in their pushes for sales tax increases in 2024. — Steve Large, CBS News, 26 June 2026

One of the Sentinel’s big pushes to relocated the capital here came in 1933, with editorials and news stories explaining the virtues of making the City Beautiful the Capital City. — Orlando Sentinel Staff, The Orlando Sentinel, 22 June 2026

If a pal pushes, smile and hold the line. — Tarot.com, Sun Sentinel, 22 June 2026

If a supervisor pushes, repeat the plan and pause briefly. — Tarot.com, Hartford Courant, 20 June 2026

Even without Orbán in power, Europe’s far right pushes through tougher migration measures and wins elections, while new divisions surface over war, Russia and the movement’s future clout. — Justin Spike, Los Angeles Times, 18 June 2026