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push in

[poosh-in] / ˈpʊʃˌɪn /






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But there are definitely things that could go well, that might help us move the needle, though it will take a push in the right direction.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 23, 2026

The poor conditions were also the backdrop for a push in 1980 by the New Progressive Party governor at the time, Carlos Romero Barceló, to codify voting rights for prisoners.

From Salon • May 6, 2026

Instead, multiple incentives push in the same direction: publish more, publish faster, and publish often.

From Slate • May 3, 2026

Last week, Tottenham had a Randal Kolo Muani goal ruled out when there was a small push in the back of Gabriel.

From BBC • Mar. 1, 2026

May Belle either tried to push in with him and Leslie or sulked at being left out.

From "Bridge to Terabithia" by Katherine Paterson




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