push away

Example Sentences

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The push away from artificial colors in favor of natural ones has spurred a flurry of activity in the last year or so.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 20, 2026

This defeat, the Pasting in Perth, came from the middle order's keenness to push away from their bodies.

From BBC • Nov. 22, 2025

When it’s pointed out to King that it can be frustrating to watch Halina’s tendency to push away romance and other opportunities as she waits for her life path to become clear, she doesn’t disagree.

From Los Angeles Times • May 28, 2024

The second half was also short of openings until substitute Gabriel Martinelli weaved his way through United’s box and forced Andre Onana to push away an effort that was heading for the top corner.

From Seattle Times • May 12, 2024

I push away the comforter, stare at the wall.

From "Black Brother, Black Brother" by Jewell Parker Rhodes