pushed
Example Sentences
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The more articles I publish, and the more publications that showcase my work, the deeper the old negative press gets pushed to the bottom.
From Slate ● Aug. 6, 2026
Restricted flows through the waterway have pushed up energy prices, pressuring economies like India’s that rely on Middle East exports.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 5, 2026
Both efforts were pushed by state Republicans and, in both cases, the proposals were easily defeated.
From BBC ● Aug. 5, 2026
The task force pushed for grants rather than a tax credit, arguing that budgets this small don’t generate enough tax liability for a credit to be worth much.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 5, 2026
I pushed my way through the crowd to try to stop him, but I was too late.
From "An Elephant in the Garden" by Michael Morpurgo
