Push for
verb
To strongly try to persuade people to accept or do something.
She is pushing for a change in the company's hiring policy.

Often appears as...
- push for change
- push for equality
verb
To compete or struggle to achieve or get something.
The team is pushing for a place in the playoffs.

Often appears as...
- push for victory
- push for promotion
verb
To strongly try to persuade people to accept or do something.
She is pushing for a change in the company's hiring policy.

Often appears as...
- push for change
- push for equality
verb
To compete or struggle to achieve or get something.
The team is pushing for a place in the playoffs.

Often appears as...
- push for victory
- push for promotion
Definition 1 of 2

Emotional Intensity
Expresses a strong emotional commitment to the subject being discussed.

Activists are pushing for immediate climate action.
Call to Action
Used to motivate others to join in a cause or an effort.

We need to push for stronger community involvement.
Persistent Effort
Implies ongoing, repeated efforts, not just a one-time attempt.

They continue to push for legislative changes despite setbacks.
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