push

/pʊʃ/verb
Early ChildhoodNot in standard dictionaries
1

To apply a force to (an object) such that it moves away from the person or thing applying the force.

2

To continually attempt to persuade (a person) into a particular course of action.

3

To press or urge forward; to drive.

4

To continually promote (a point of view, a product for sale, etc.).

5

To continually exert oneself in order to achieve a goal.

6

To approach; to come close to.

7

To tense the muscles in the abdomen in order to give birth or defecate.

8

To continue to attempt to persuade a person into a particular course of action.

9

To make a higher bid at an auction.

10

To make an all-in bet.

Sound Patterns & Rhymes

Rhymes

Words that share the same ending sound pattern

Alliteration

Words starting with the same consonant sound — used in poetry and prose to create rhythm, emphasis, and memorable phrasing (e.g. “Peter Piper picked”)

Assonance

Words sharing similar vowel sounds regardless of starting letter — creates internal melody in writing

Consonance

Words sharing similar consonant sound patterns — adds texture and cohesion to writing

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