changing position slightly, usually because you are trying to move something heavy, yielding or giving way

not budge an inch, budge up, budge the needle

Formal and Informal Expressions of budging

In different contexts, you can replace 'budging' with suitable alternatives. In a more formal setting, 'move, reposition, yield' is apt. In informal speech or writing, 'shift, give way' is a commonplace synonym.

budging: Explore its Definition & Usage

budging Definition

1changing position slightly, usually because you are trying to move something heavy
2yielding or giving way

Using budging: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "budging" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

Example
Despite their efforts, the car wasn't budging from the mud.
Example
I tried pushing the couch but it wasn't budging.
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The company refused to budge on their decision.
Example
She finally budged and agreed to come with us.

budging Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for budging

Antonyms for budging

remain still
stay put

Phrases with budging

not budge an inch
refuse to change one's mind or opinion
Example
He's so stubborn, he won't budge an inch on this issue.
budge up
move over or make room for someone else to sit or stand
Example
Budge up a little so I can sit down too.
budge the needle
cause a significant change or improvement in a situation
Example
The new marketing strategy really budged the needle on sales.

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Summary: budging in Brief

The verb 'budging' [bʌdʒɪŋ] refers to changing position slightly, often when trying to move something heavy. It can also mean yielding or giving way. Examples include 'Despite their efforts, the car wasn't budging from the mud.' and 'The company refused to budge on their decision.' Phrases like 'not budge an inch' denote stubbornness, while 'budge up' means to make room for someone else.