godan verb (-ru), transitive verb
push through; overcome opposition; force one's way
Used when someone persists despite resistance, objections, or difficulties, and achieves their goal. Often implies determination or stubbornness.
反対を押し切って、彼は計画を実行した。
He pushed through the opposition and carried out the plan.
She forced herself to keep working despite her fatigue.
godan verb (-ru), transitive verb
press and cut; cut by pressing
Literal meaning: to cut something by applying pressure, as with a knife or blade. Less common than the figurative sense; often seen in instructions or descriptions of tools.
型紙に合わせて、生地を押し切る。
Press and cut the fabric along the pattern.