
Budge
Physical Movement
Used when something or someone is hard to physically move due to weight or being stuck.

Even with all of us pushing, the car wouldn't budge from the snow.
Emotional Emphasis
Stresses difficulty, resistance, or refusal when someone tries hard to move something.

He pushed against the door with all his might, but it wouldn't budge.
Subtle Nuance
Can imply a slight, almost unnoticeable movement or change.

With gentle persuasion, the stuck lid finally budged a little.
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