push on someone or something

push on someone or something
push on someone or something
to put pressure on someone or something. •

Don't push on me! I can't move any faster than the person in front of me!

Push on this button if you want the steward to come.

Push on the door a little. It will open.


Dictionary of American idioms. 2013.

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