pushed

Example Sentences

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Cities, then, are pushed toward a race to the bottom—not one driven by ideology, but by mobility.

From The Wall Street Journal

When that happens, smaller moons can be pushed into more stretched out orbits, increasing the chances that they collide with neighboring moons.

From Science Daily

“Leading the team through the development of Cybercab has been a humbling experience, watching so many dedicated individuals develop a product that has pushed the boundaries of efficiency, safety, and affordability,” wrote Nechita.

From Barron's

Federal court filings in the Southern District of New York show that hearings in her case have repeatedly been pushed out after requests from both prosecutors and defense attorneys.

From Los Angeles Times

Under pressure from Washington, Rodriguez pushed through a major reform of the country's hydrocarbon laws, opening up the sector to private and foreign investment.

From Barron's