push aside

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Definition

Verb: 1. To dismiss or disregard: To intentionally ignore something or someone; to refuse to consider something seriously. 2. To move something out of the way physically: To apply force to an object or person to create space or clear a path.

Usage and Examples
  • To dismiss or disregard:
    • She tried to push aside her doubts and focus on the task.
    • The manager pushed aside the concerns of the junior staff.
  • To move something out of the way physically:
    • He pushed aside the empty boxes to get to the door.
    • The crowd was pushed aside by the security team.
Advanced Usage
  • Figurative Use for Emotions or Thoughts: Often used metaphorically to describe ignoring feelings, memories, or ideas.
    • He learned to push aside his anger and respond calmly.
Variants and Related Words
  • Push away (phrasal verb): Often used interchangeably with the physical meaning of "push aside," but can also imply a more forceful or emotional rejection.
    • She pushed away her plate, no longer hungry.
  • Brush aside (phrasal verb): A close synonym, especially for the dismissive meaning, implying the matter is treated as trivial.
    • He brushed aside all criticism.
Synonyms
  • Dismiss: To decide that something or someone is not important or worth considering.
  • Disregard: To pay no attention to; ignore.
  • Shove aside: A more forceful synonym for the physical action.
  • Ignore: To refuse to take notice of or acknowledge.
Related Phrasal Verbs
  • Set aside: To save or reserve for a purpose, or to temporarily disregard.
    • Let's set aside our differences and work together. (Here, it is a synonym for the dismissive meaning of "push aside.")
  • Sweep aside: To quickly and decisively dismiss or remove obstacles.
    • The new law swept aside years of tradition.
Related Idioms
  • To turn a blind eye: To pretend not to notice; to ignore.
    • The authorities turned a blind eye to the minor violations. (This relates to the dismissive meaning of "push aside.")
Verb
  1. bar from attention or consideration
    • She dismissed his advances
  2. push out of the way

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