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shoving

[ˈʃʌvɪŋ]

shoving Definition

  • 1push (someone or something) forcefully
  • 2move forward by pushing through a crowd

Using shoving: Examples

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

  • Example

    The man was shoving his way through the crowd.

  • Example

    She shoved the box onto the shelf.

  • Example

    He shoved his hands into his pockets and walked away.

  • Example

    The kids were shoving each other playfully.

shoving Synonyms and Antonyms

Phrases with shoving

  • leave or depart, especially unceremoniously

    Example

    It's time for you to shove off and let us get some work done.

  • an impolite way of telling someone to go away or stop bothering you

    Example

    When he started asking me personal questions, I told him to shove it.

  • move to one side or make room for someone else

    Example

    Can you please shove over and make some space for me on the couch?

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Summary: shoving in Brief

'Shoving' [ˈʃʌvɪŋ] is the act of pushing someone or something forcefully, often used to move through a crowd. It can also be used playfully, as in 'The kids were shoving each other.' The phrase 'shove off' means to leave, while 'shove it' is an impolite way of telling someone to go away.