Push aside
verb
To move someone or something away from you, often forcefully.
John had to push aside some bushes to reach the door.
Often appears as...
- push aside obstacles
- push aside someone
verb
To reject or stop thinking about someone or something.
I decided to push aside my doubts and continue with the mission.
Often appears as...
- push aside doubts
- push aside feelings
Usage tips
Disapproving
verb
To neglect or stop considering someone or something important.
Her new job led her to push aside her family responsibilities.
Often appears as...
- push aside responsibilities
- push aside commitments
Usage tips
Disapproving
verb
To move someone or something away from you, often forcefully.
John had to push aside some bushes to reach the door.
Often appears as...
- push aside obstacles
- push aside someone
verb
To reject or stop thinking about someone or something.
I decided to push aside my doubts and continue with the mission.
Often appears as...
- push aside doubts
- push aside feelings
Usage tips
Disapproving
verb
To neglect or stop considering someone or something important.
Her new job led her to push aside her family responsibilities.
Often appears as...
- push aside responsibilities
- push aside commitments
Usage tips
Disapproving
Definition 1 of 3
Pro Tip 1/3Physical Action
Used when someone literally moves an object or person out of their way.
During the fire drill, he had to push aside chairs to exit quickly.
Pro Tip 2/3Not Always Rude
May seem aggressive, but context determines if it's rude or necessary for a situation.
She had to push aside other dancers to reach the stage for her performance.
Pro Tip 3/3Clearing a Path
Often suggests making room or creating a clear area to move through.
The crew had to push aside debris to clear the road.
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