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Idioms and Phrases
Be overly insistent or forward, as in I promise to think over your proposal, but don't push it . This idiom uses push in the sense of “force some activity or issue.” [First half of 1800s]Discover More
Example Sentences
When the time comes, all that need be done is to give the door a gentle push-it will not be locked.
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