pushovers

plural of pushover
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as in cowards
a person without strength of character pushovers who are afraid to discipline their little spoiled brat

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  • Nurses and doctors are especially vulnerable, with reports showing that 91% of emergency doctors and 25% of nurses have been victims of workplace violence.
    Hannah Parry, Newsweek, 24 Dec. 2024
  • The victims were asked to provide bail money in cash so their relative could be released immediately, according to federal authorities.
    Staff report, Hartford Courant, 24 Dec. 2024
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“Pushovers.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pushovers. Accessed 4 May. 2025.

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