push through
Britishverb
Example Sentences
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He fully intended to push through his scheme to sell shares in the World Cup by casting himself, believe it or not, as a defender of the downtrodden and underprivileged.
From Salon ● Aug. 2, 2026
These women take themselves on solo dates, embark on spontaneous road trips, and even push through the awkwardness of attending parties alone.
From BBC ● Aug. 1, 2026
The government is trying to rapidly push through reforms in various areas, ahead of legislative elections in September.
From Barron's ● Jun. 11, 2026
The man tried to push through the snow, but quickly became exhausted.
From Los Angeles Times ● May 27, 2026
The bathrooms are down a little hallway past the bar, and I have to push through this crowd of people to get there.
From "Simon vs. the Homo Sapiens Agenda" by Becky Albertalli
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