Jostle

usgb/ˈdʒɑːsl/
verb

To push, elbow, or bump against someone roughly, typically in a crowd.

I had to jostle my way through the crowded market.
Visual representation of "jostle" - To push, elbow, or bump against someone roughly, typically in a crowd.

Often appears as...

  • jostle for position
  • jostle through a crowd
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Physical Movement

Used to describe rough or competitive movements in confined spaces.

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Tourists had to jostle by the souvenir stalls.
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Slight Aggression

Implies a level of assertiveness without intending harm.

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Fans jostled at the stadium gates.
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Common in Crowds

Often happens in situations with many people like events or public transportation.

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Passengers jostled on the crowded bus.
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