shoved

Example Sentences

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The man who shoved Kelver and who allegedly initiated the confrontation, known only as “S. Durham,” has not been charged.

From Slate • Jun. 4, 2026

Dubois repeatedly questioned Harper's achievements and credentials, while Harper shoved Dubois during a fiery media face-off earlier in the week.

From BBC • Apr. 5, 2026

Fitzgerald once shoved an acquaintance too hard, Elaine-style, at a Phish concert.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 1, 2026

And in the end, they shoved their way to the front of the stage — and back to the Final Four.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 29, 2026

I barely managed to get out of his way before he shoved past me, making a beeline for one of the hatches that led belowdecks.

From "Glitch" by Laura Martin