1
as in coward
a person without strength of character
pushovers who are afraid to discipline their little spoiled brat
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2
as in sucker
one who is easily deceived or cheated
scam artists mistakenly thinking that these farm families would be pushovers
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3
as in breeze
something that is easy to do
though the mountain is not especially high, the climb is very arduous and is definitely not a pushover
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Recent Examples of pushover
However, fresh evidence from the HHS’ watchdog shows the problem is not a pushover FDA.
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Ross Marchand, Baltimore Sun, 10 Mar. 2025
But that's not managing up – that's becoming a professional pushover.
—Melody Wilding, Forbes, 18 Feb. 2025
At a time when the balance of power has shifted unmistakably toward the National League, and the gap between all-in contenders and penny-pinching pushovers seems wider than ever, the AL East stands as a bastion of top-to-bottom competitiveness.
—Chad Jennings, The Athletic, 14 Feb. 2025
People pleasing isn't reserved for pushovers; perfectionists tend to do it too.
—Brittney Melton, NPR, 10 Jan. 2025
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Ross Marchand, Baltimore Sun, 10 Mar. 2025
But that's not managing up – that's becoming a professional pushover.
—Melody Wilding, Forbes, 18 Feb. 2025
At a time when the balance of power has shifted unmistakably toward the National League, and the gap between all-in contenders and penny-pinching pushovers seems wider than ever, the AL East stands as a bastion of top-to-bottom competitiveness.
—Chad Jennings, The Athletic, 14 Feb. 2025
People pleasing isn't reserved for pushovers; perfectionists tend to do it too.
—Brittney Melton, NPR, 10 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for pushover
Noun
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There is no way a coward like Musk is in a position to accuse Sen. Kelly of being a traitor.—
DP Opinion,
The Denver Post,
11 Mar. 2025
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This is a cop novel that fully satisfies its genre expectations — chases, gun battles, sinister bad guys, questionable cops, cowards and heroes.—
Claude Peck,
Boston Herald,
16 Mar. 2025
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The Trump administration has characterized that role as one for suckers, in which the United States restrained its hard power and allowed other countries to bleed its wealth.—
Margaret MacMillan,
The Atlantic,
30 Apr. 2025
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These stems, called suckers, are a different variety than the top growth and will have different flowers, as well as drawing energy and resources away from the main plant.—
Beth Botts,
Chicago Tribune,
12 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Another can't-miss find: The Short-sleeve Pose Mock Neck makes layering a breeze and pairs with everything from jeans to midi skirts.—
Rosie Marder,
Travel + Leisure,
20 Apr. 2025
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Think soft-close lids, built-in charcoal filters, and removable liners that make dumping kitchen scraps a breeze.—
Bailey Berg,
Architectural Digest,
17 Apr. 2025
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Best Outdoor Decor Deals Bird baths, doormats, pathway lights, and rugs transform patios into enjoyable oases ideal for enjoying the sunshine and entertaining guests.—
Ali Faccenda,
People.com,
11 Apr. 2025
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Beautiful by Drew Barrymore Arched Coir Doormat This Beautiful by Drew Barrymore doormat is a charming and cute accessory to dress up your front porch just in time to enjoy it.—
Megan Schaltegger,
Better Homes & Gardens,
17 Jan. 2025
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Comments Richie finds out Tommy's been murdered, but Harry hopes to avoid war by putting the blame on a patsy.—
Matt Cabral,
EW.com,
13 Apr. 2025
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Fraudsters create phishing sites to con their patsies into giving away valuable login credentials.—
PCMAG,
PCMAG,
17 Mar. 2025
Noun
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Some of the best picnic spots require a hike to get there, but that’s no problem with this picnic backpack.—
Anne Taylor,
Travel + Leisure,
23 Apr. 2025
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That was shattered around 2:30 p.m. IST when assailants emerged from the woods and began riddling the picnic spot with gunfire.—
Ross Rosenfeld,
MSNBC Newsweek,
23 Apr. 2025
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Based on this challenge, the groups would have been weaklings Cedrek, Star, Chrissy, Sai, Kamilla, and Mary in one group and Eva, Joe, Mitch, Kyle, David, and Shauhin in the strongman group.—
Brian Moylan,
Vulture,
9 Apr. 2025
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The fact these losers want to jail Andrew and Tristan Tate for preaching their version of traditional masculinity highlights the fact that these fascist feminists are fragile weaklings incapable of defending their position in the free marketplace of ideas.—
David Catanese,
Miami Herald,
20 Mar. 2025
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The family is seeking separate payouts of at least $25,000 from all four companies for each of the three victims, according to the lawsuit, aiming for at least $300,000 in cumulative damages.—
Ilana Arougheti,
Kansas City Star,
22 Apr. 2025
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My heart aches for those who knew and loved Gabriela, Florinda, and Jeanette, as well as the additional victim, and are now in mourning this Easter weekend.—
Sean Krofssik,
Hartford Courant,
21 Apr. 2025
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“Pushover.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pushover. Accessed 4 May. 2025.
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