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Phrasal Verb - pushing for

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Raymundo CH

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Definition​

  1. To insist strongly that something be done or that a decision be made.
  2. To encourage or promote something actively.
  3. To attempt to move or force something, especially a heavy object, with continuous effort.

Examples​

No.Example
1He's been pushing for a raise for months.
2The sales team is pushing for a new marketing strategy.
3She's pushing for reforms in the education system.
4Can you help me push this car?
5The protesters are pushing for change.
6The manager is pushing for an early deadline.
7He's pushing for more investment in renewable energy.
8The students are pushing for more funding for schools.
9She's pushing for a better work-life balance.
10The team is pushing for a win in the final match.

Phrasal Verb - pushing_forward

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Raymundo CH

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Definition​

The phrasal verb 'push' can mean to help or encourage someone to move forward or make progress, as well as to physically apply force to something. It can be used both metaphorically and literally.

Examples​

No.Example
1I'm going to push you to reach your full potential.
2Can you push this cart for me?
3The team pushed through adversity to win the championship.
4She pushed her ideas during the meeting, but they were not well received.
5He pushed the button and the door opened.
6The sales team needs to push harder to meet their targets.
7I'll push you on that issue if you need me to.
8We need to push for more transparency in government.
9He pushed the envelope in his research, leading to new discoveries.
10She pushed herself to run a marathon despite her fears.

Phrasal Verb - pushing off

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Raymundo CH

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Definition​

  1. To start a journey, usually by leaving a place or beginning an activity.
  2. To postpone or delay something, often because of an unwelcome or unexpected situation.
  3. To force or make someone move or leave a place, often using physical force.

Examples​

No.Example
1They pushed off from the dock just as the sun was rising.
2I had to push off my presentation until next week due to unexpected circumstances.
3The teacher had to push off a student who was disrupting the class.
4We need to push off early to make it to the airport on time.
5I'm surprised you could push off your exam until next semester.
6Can you push off the meeting until Friday? I have a family emergency.
7He pushed off the wall to gain more momentum in the pool.
8The sailboat pushed off from the pier and began to sail.
9The manager asked me to push off my vacation until after the project deadline.
10She pushed off her boyfriend when he tried to kiss her

Phrasal Verb - pushing on

· 2 min read
Raymundo CH

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Definition​

To continue with an effort or task, often in the face of difficulties or obstacles. This phrasal verb refers to persisting or making progress despite challenges.

Examples​

No.Example
1Despite the heavy rain, the construction workers pushed on with their project.
2After the long journey, the hikers pushed on to reach the summit.
3The athlete pushed on through the pain to win the race.
4The students pushed on with their studies, even though they found the material difficult.
5The explorers pushed on into the unknown territory, determined to discover new lands.
6The sales team pushed on to meet their quota, making call after call.
7The chef pushed on with the preparation of the meal, despite the power outage.
8The scientists pushed on with their research, despite the lack of funding.
9The firefighters pushed on to put out the flames, risking their own safety.
10The entrepreneur pushed on with his business, despite the initial failures.

Phrasal Verb - pushing out

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Raymundo CH

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Definition​

To force something or someone out or away, usually by applying pressure or making an effort. This phrasal verb can also mean to make something known or to bring it into existence.

Examples​

No.Example
1The baby was pushing out in the delivery room.
2The protesters were pushing out against the police line.
3He pushed out his chest to look more intimidating.
4The new product is expected to push out the old one.
5She pushed out her ideas in the meeting.
6The storm pushed out the boat onto the shore.
7The company is pushing out a new advertising campaign.
8He pushed out his hand for a handshake.
9The sun was pushing out the last of the clouds.
10The manager pushed out the underperforming employees.

Phrasal Verb - pushing over

· 2 min read
Raymundo CH

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Definition​

To persuade or convince someone to do something against their will or better judgment, often implying manipulation or pressure. This phrasal verb can also mean to cause something to fall or tip over, or to exceed a limit or threshold.

Examples​

No.Example
1I couldn't push my friend over to go skydiving with me, but eventually I managed to convince him.
2The salesman tried to push over the customer by offering an expensive and unnecessary upgrade.
3The wind was so strong that it pushed the tree over.
4The weight of the books pushed over the bookshelf.
5The new regulations pushed over many small businesses.
6He pushed over the limit by driving 100 mph.
7The stress of the job pushed her over the edge.
8The student's poor grades pushed him over to drop out of school.
9The carnival game was rigged to push over unsuspecting players.
10The heat wave pushed over many power lines, causing widespread blackouts.

Phrasal Verb - Pushing Through

· 2 min read
Raymundo CH

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Definition​

To continue working or making progress despite difficulties or obstacles. This phrasal verb can also mean to force something, such as an idea or a proposal, through a process or a group of people.

Examples​

No.Example
1I knew it would be a tough project, but I pushed through and we managed to meet the deadline.
2Despite the heavy rain, we pushed through and finished the hike.
3The team pushed through and scored the winning goal in the last minute of the game.
4He pushed through his ideas, despite resistance from the board.
5She's been pushing through her grief since her husband's passing.
6We need to push through this crisis and come out stronger on the other side.
7The sales team pushed through their quotas and exceeded expectations this quarter.
8Despite the setbacks, we pushed through and kept moving forward.
9The new policy was met with resistance, but the CEO pushed it through anyway.
10The protesters pushed through the police line and marched on the capitol building.

Phrasal Verb - pushing up

· 2 min read
Raymundo CH

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Definition​

  1. To help or encourage someone to make an effort or improve, especially in a difficult situation.
  2. To raise something, such as an arm or a price, to a higher level.

Examples​

No.Example
1I'll be here to push you up when you fall.
2The coach pushed up his team during half-time.
3Prices are pushed up during times of high demand.
4We need to push up our sales figures for the quarter.
5She pushed up her sleeves and got to work.
6The economy is being pushed up by low interest rates.
7The manager pushed up the new employee's salary.
8The athletes were pushed up to their limits during training.
9The new policy will push up production costs.
10We need to push up our game if we want to win.

Phrasal Verb - putting across

· 2 min read
Raymundo CH

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Definition​

  1. Expressing or making clear an idea, opinion, or message to others.
  2. Conveying or transmitting something, especially an idea or message, to someone, especially effectively and persuasively.
  3. Getting an idea or proposal accepted by others, particularly in a presentation or negotiation.

Examples​

No.Example
1I had a hard time putting across my idea to the team because they were not very receptive.
2During the sales pitch, the speaker did an excellent job of putting across the benefits of the product.
3In the debate, each team tried to put across their argument in the most persuasive way possible.
4The artist put across her vision for the project in a compelling presentation.
5The politician put across his stance on the issue during the interview.
6The teacher put across the concept of fractions to the students in a way they could understand.
7The salesperson put across the importance of the product to the potential customer.
8The negotiator put across his proposal with confidence and persuasion.
9The manager put across the need for change to the employees.
10The student put across his point of view in the class discussion.

Phrasal Verb - Setting aside or saving for later

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Raymundo CH

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Definition​

Put aside is a phrasal verb that means to save or set something aside for future use or consideration. It can also mean to postpone or delay an action or decision. This phrasal verb can be used with both objects and infinitives.

Examples​

No.Example
1I put aside $100 every month for my savings.
2Let's put aside our differences and focus on the project.
3We need to put aside our ego and work as a team.
4Can we put aside this discussion until tomorrow?
5I put aside my fears and took the job offer.
6They put aside their studies to help their parents.
7Let's put aside our plans for now and see how things develop.
8The company put aside funds for research and development.
9I put aside my doubts and trusted his judgment.
10We need to put aside our prejudices and look at the facts.