push and shove
Speech parts
1. push and shove - Noun
2. push and shove - Verb
Meaning
Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see push, shove.
To use one's strength to force oneself through a crowded area.
He pushed and shoved his way to the stage to steal the microphone from the singer.
push and shove (uncountable)
Inconsiderate and unregulated behaviour.
Synonyms
Examples
Crowds of questions stream through me like lines of people exiting a soccer ground or a concert. They push and shove and trip. Some make their way around. Some remain in their seats, waiting for their opportunity.