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Phrasal Verb - pushing_forward

· 2 min read
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 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 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 - shaping up

· 2 min read
Raymundo CH

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Definition​

  1. To prepare oneself for a challenge or to improve one's physical, mental, or emotional condition. 2. To make something or someone presentable or more effective. 3. To come together or to progress towards a solution or resolution.

Examples​

No.Example
1John has been shaping up for the marathon by training every day.
2The project is finally starting to shape up after months of delays.
3After a rough start, the team began to shape up and win game after game.
4I need to shape up if I want to get the job.
5The new manager is shaping up to be a great leader.
6The furniture in this room needs to be shaped up before the party.
7The economy is starting to shape up after the recession.
8You need to shape up if you want to keep your job.
9The investigation is shaping up to be a major scandal.
10My friend's life was a mess, but he's really starting to shape up now.