
Push aside
Physical 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.
Not 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.
Clearing 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.