Pushback

usgb/ˈpʊʃbæk/
noun

A strong negative or opposing reaction or response.

The mayor received significant pushback from the public on his new tax proposal.
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Often appears as...

  • receive pushback
  • encounter pushback
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Negative Reaction

Use 'pushback' to describe a strong disagreement or protest to a decision or proposal.

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The new school policy on uniforms faced pushback from students.
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Emotionally Charged

'Pushback' often implies that the reaction is emotional and firm.

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The proposed ban on skateboarding in the park caused considerable pushback.
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Expect Opposition

Anticipate 'pushback' as a possible response when presenting controversial ideas.

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We should prepare for pushback when announcing the layoffs.
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