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jostling

[ˈdʒɑːs(ə)lɪŋ]

jostling Definition

  • 1push, elbow, or bump against (someone) roughly, typically in a crowd.
  • 2compete for superiority or attention; contend.

Using jostling: Examples

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

  • Example

    The passengers were jostled around on the bumpy ride.

  • Example

    The fans jostled each other to get closer to the stage.

  • Example

    The candidates jostled for position during the debate.

jostling Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for jostling

Phrases with jostling

  • compete with others for something

    Example

    The companies are jostling for a share of the market.

  • jostle someone's memory

    cause someone to remember something

    Example

    The smell of the ocean jostled her memory of childhood vacations.

  • jostle one's way

    move forward by pushing through a crowd

    Example

    She had to jostle her way through the crowded train station.

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Summary: jostling in Brief

To 'jostle' [ˈdʒɑːs(ə)lɪŋ] means to push, elbow, or bump against someone roughly, usually in a crowd. It can also mean to compete for superiority or attention. Examples include 'The fans jostled each other to get closer to the stage' and 'The candidates jostled for position during the debate.' Phrases include 'jostle for something,' 'jostle someone's memory,' and 'jostle one's way.'