pushback

[ poosh-bak ]

/ ˈpʊʃˌbæk /

a mechanism that forces an object backward.

opposition or resistance to a plan, action, statement, etc.: The regulations got some pushback from farmers.

the forcing of an enemy to withdraw.

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First recorded in 1940–45; push + back²

When I express skepticism that the beads are doing anything, I get pushback that the kids have been healthy since wearing them.
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In fact, she finds all the pushback more than a little ridiculous.
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Whatever action Obama takes, he will get pushback from Republicans.
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“In 2012, when it was last up for reauthorization, there was some pushback on [the Ex-Im Bank],” Katz explained.
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I expected some pushback and anger from the State Department.
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