Definition

Noun: 1. The act of forcing one's way by pushing or shoving: A physical action involving pushing or bumping against others, typically in a crowded or competitive situation to move forward or gain position.

Usage Examples

• Noun:
  • The jostling at the concert entrance became quite aggressive as the doors opened.
  • There was constant jostling for position among the runners at the start of the race.
  • He was tired of the daily jostling on the crowded subway platform.

Advanced Usage

• "Jostling for...": Used to describe a competitive struggle, often metaphorical, to gain an advantage, position, or attention.
  • There is intense jostling for the leadership position within the party.
  • The companies are jostling for market share with new advertising campaigns.

Variants and Related Words

• Jostle (verb): To push, elbow, or bump against someone roughly, typically in a crowd.
  • The commuters jostled each other to get on the bus.
• Jostler (noun): A person who jostles.

Synonyms

• Shoving: The act of pushing someone or something roughly.
• Elbowing: Pushing or striking with the elbow.
• Jockeying: Maneuvering or competing for an advantageous position (often used in non-physical contexts).

Related Phrases

• To be caught in the jostle: To be involved in or affected by a rough, pushing crowd.
  • We were caught in the jostle as fans rushed to the stage.

Noun

1. the act of jostling (forcing your way by pushing)