elbow
noun
the bend or joint of the human arm between upper arm and forearm.
has elbowed
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present perfectof elbow (3rd person singular).present perfect
Used to describe actions that started in the past and continue into or have direct relevance to the present.
Example Sentences
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The queen’s death has elbowed aside news of anything else.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 19, 2022
In vulnerable populations lacking any immune protection, delta has elbowed such variants aside.
From Washington Post ● Oct. 7, 2021
Meanwhile, Arkansas, which last year snapped a 20-game Southeastern Conference losing streak, has elbowed its way into the early conversation after thumping Texas A&M and Texas.
From New York Times ● Sep. 26, 2021
Signed to be a backup at first base and left field, Adams has elbowed his way into the Nationals everyday lineup with his power hitting.
From Washington Times ● May 7, 2018
He has elbowed his way through all of us and is now sedulously fanning the King with a palm leaf!
From The King of the Dark Chamber by Rabindranath Tagore
