push-in
Americanadjective
verb
Etymology
Origin of push-in
First recorded in 1975–80; adj. use of verb phrase push in
Example Sentences
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Slow push-in after slow push-in and other unmotivated camera moves, plus copious fog-machine work and a poorly deployed score stand in for atmosphere or tension.
From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 10, 2021
He should be receiving specialized education, push-in services, pull-out services, accommodations, test modifications, etc.
From Slate • Mar. 18, 2021
“The Alienist” isn’t prettified — the first camera push-in on an empty eye socket makes that clear — but neither is it grittily realistic.
From New York Times • Jan. 21, 2018
Germany called, and lost, their video referral on one corner, the first push-in from the left in this tournament, when Janne Mueller-Wieland raised the ball above the goal board.
From Reuters • Aug. 6, 2012
I'm a little surprised, but the goals I've made were both just push-in goals.
From Seattle Times • Oct. 23, 2011
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