pushy

Example Sentences

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In a documentary, “Storming Caesars Palace,” Duncan explains: “I came from no place, just slided in from out of nowhere. But when I came in, I came in pushy. And I’ve been pushy ever since.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 5, 2026

Supporters of reform say the current system disproportionately puts pressure on women, who often face being labelled pushy or difficult -- a stigma rarely attached to male stars.

From Barron's • Jun. 2, 2026

Kennedy didn’t get his wish thanks to Lions receivers getting too pushy themselves, albeit on the field of play.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 22, 2025

And your pushy best friend is trying to sort out your love life.

From BBC • Sep. 20, 2025

But no matter how pushy Rabiya can be, I don’t want to make Eid cards, and I doubt anyone would buy them if I did.

From "Amina's Song" by Hena Khan