Push in
verb
To insert an object into a space by applying pressure.
Please, push in your chair when you leave the table.
Often appears as...
- push in a plug
- push in a button
verb
To intervene or enter interrupting; not to wait for one's turn.
It is rude to push in when someone else is speaking.
Often appears as...
- push in line
- push in conversation
verb
To join a queue not at the back, but at a different point.
The man was reprimanded for trying to push in front of all the people at the train station.
Often appears as...
- push in line
- push in queue
Usage tips
Disapproving
verb
To insert an object into a space by applying pressure.
Please, push in your chair when you leave the table.
Often appears as...
- push in a plug
- push in a button
verb
To intervene or enter interrupting; not to wait for one's turn.
It is rude to push in when someone else is speaking.
Often appears as...
- push in line
- push in conversation
verb
To join a queue not at the back, but at a different point.
The man was reprimanded for trying to push in front of all the people at the train station.
Often appears as...
- push in line
- push in queue
Usage tips
Disapproving
Definition 1 of 3
Pro Tip 1/3Physical Action
Think of 'push in' as a gentle physical act, often done carefully to avoid damage.
After you sign the document, push in the drawer.
Pro Tip 2/3Completing a Step
'Push in' often follows instructions regarding the use or assembly of items.
To activate the device, push in the red button.
Pro Tip 3/3Space Importance
Use 'push in' to express the need for something to fit into a limited space.
Push in the cork gently to secure the wine bottle.
Pro Tip 1/3Physical Action
Think of 'push in' as a gentle physical act, often done carefully to avoid damage.
After you sign the document, push in the drawer.
Pro Tip 2/3Completing a Step
'Push in' often follows instructions regarding the use or assembly of items.
To activate the device, push in the red button.
Pro Tip 3/3Space Importance
Use 'push in' to express the need for something to fit into a limited space.
Push in the cork gently to secure the wine bottle.
Pro Tip 1/3Physical Action
Think of 'push in' as a gentle physical act, often done carefully to avoid damage.
After you sign the document, push in the drawer.
Pro Tip 2/3Completing a Step
'Push in' often follows instructions regarding the use or assembly of items.
To activate the device, push in the red button.
Pro Tip 3/3Space Importance
Use 'push in' to express the need for something to fit into a limited space.
Push in the cork gently to secure the wine bottle.
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