push in

Speech parts

1. push in - Noun

2. push in - Verb

Meaning

(idiomatic, intransitive) To jump the queue, especially in a forceful manner.
Synonyms: cut in, push one's way in

Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see push,‎ in.

push in (plural push ins)

(cinematography) A zoom in which the camera physically moves towards the subject

(cinematography) Alternative form of push in

(slang) A mugging in which a robber group of robbers waits in a hallway for the victim to come home, and then pushes them into the apartment.

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ABC30 meteorologist Madeline Evans said wind from the northeast will push in more smoke through the day and high pressure will keep it sitting over the Valley floor. Source: Internet

All three ratchet pawls (green) push in unison as a key is depressed. Source: Internet

For example, when Mendes used a slow push in to the Burnhams' dinner table, he held the shot because his training as a theater director taught him the importance of putting distance between the characters. Source: Internet

If the Eagles can land Perriman on a one-year deal that stays in the ballpark of his projected $7M valuation, I’d push in the chips, take the ride, and throw up two middle fingers to the critics. Source: Internet

If the swelling is severe, it can push in on important structures such as the brainstem, which regulates the cardiovascular and respiratory systems, resulting in death. Source: Internet

After a surprising Final Four run in 2016, Syracuse will likely miss out on the NCAA tournament unless it can make a deep push in Brooklyn. Source: Internet

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