pushing

Example Sentences

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Iran is pushing for formal recognition of its right to charge oil tankers a transit fee in the Strait of Hormuz as part of war-end negotiations.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 10, 2026

“John cleared a tear gas canister away from everyone,” Johnson said, pushing back on the government’s account and adding that tear gas had been deployed indiscriminately by law enforcement.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 10, 2026

When somebody is pushing you down, you want to stand up.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 10, 2026

Akash Banerjee, who runs the YouTube channel The Deshbhakt with more than six million subscribers, says the rules could create a climate of fear, pushing many creators toward self-censorship.

From BBC • Apr. 9, 2026

Ma had taken me in hand, pushing me to cook more complicated dishes, coaching me through the advanced sewing techniques that were second nature to her.

From "The Red Car to Hollywood" by Jennie Liu