pushed

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Most are contracted to Chinese firms in a model that has pushed Zimbabwe's tobacco crop to new highs, despite concerns about debt and deforestation.

From Barron's • May 15, 2026

On the competitive threat from Chinese AI models, she pushed back against alarmist framing while acknowledging security considerations.

From Barron's • May 15, 2026

Oil price volatility and repeated disruptions to supply routes have increased China's import costs and pushed up prices across the world.

From BBC • May 14, 2026

Some of the nation’s priciest real estate often means growth gets pushed out to metro Boston’s fringes.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 14, 2026

“I like you. I wasn’t pretending about that. I didn’t have any intention of getting married. To anyone, no matter how many guys my parents pushed on me.”

From "The Red Car to Hollywood" by Jennie Liu