pushing
Example Sentences
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But EU leaders during talks Thursday appeared to reach a consensus on the issue, pushing for the measure in certain specific sectors since they say Europe faces unfair competition from China and other countries.
From Barron's
Ottawa is pushing hard for deeper trade ties with other mid-sized economies to pivot away from its dependence on the United States.
From Barron's
Only one person competes, pushing the sled at the start and piloting down the course at speeds of 70 to 80 mph.
From Los Angeles Times
New Delhi has sought over the past decade to reduce its dependence on Russia, its traditional main supplier of military equipment, turning to other countries while also pushing for more domestic production.
From Barron's
However, the original prop woodchipper now resides at the Fargo-Moorhead Visitors Center in North Dakota, where tourists can have their photo taken while pushing a fake leg through the machine.
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