Phrasal Verb - pushing around
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.Definition
To use one's influence or strength to persuade or force someone or something to move or change, often in a way that is unwelcome or disruptive.
Examples
| No. | Example |
|---|---|
| 1 | He's been pushing around his employees, demanding longer hours with no extra pay. |
| 2 | The new boss has been trying to push around some changes in the company policy. |
| 3 | I don't want to push around my ideas too hard, I'll let everyone have their say. |
| 4 | The gang leader was pushing around the new recruit, making him do impossible tasks. |
| 5 | She refused to be pushed around by her boss's demands and quit her job. |
| 6 | The politicians were pushing around their agendas, disregarding the concerns of the public. |
| 7 | The mafia boss was known for pushing around local businesses, demanding protection money. |
| 8 | The teacher was pushing around the students to study harder for their exams. |
| 9 | The salesman was pushing around his product, trying to convince the customer to buy it. |
| 10 | The construction workers were pushing around heavy machinery to clear the site |