pushed

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Several have been pushed out after legal battles because they lack Senate confirmation to serve as U.S. attorneys.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 4, 2026

In the late 1960s and early 1970s, the "moustachioed queens of jatra" were pushed out, writes Roy.

From BBC • Apr. 4, 2026

In January, Musk said the new version of Starship would launch in early March, and he later pushed the date to around April 7.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 4, 2026

Instead, Owens received an outpouring of support from fellow actors and fans who pushed back against the idea that honest work should ever be a source of embarrassment.

From Salon • Apr. 4, 2026

He had a hazy thought that he should be building a shelter instead of looking for food, but he pushed it away.

From "Wolf Brother" by Michelle Paver