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Meanings
1
forcibly; by compulsion; importunately
Used when someone pushes through an action against resistance, hesitation, or difficulty. Often implies a degree of assertiveness or insistence.
See also: 押す (おす) · 押す (おす) · 押す (おす)
He pushed ahead with the plan despite opposition.
I wasn't feeling well, but I forced myself to go to work.
2
despite; in spite of; in defiance of
Used in the pattern ...を押して to mean 'in spite of (difficulty/opposition)'. The preceding noun indicates the obstacle being overcome.
See also: 押す (おす)
I went out in spite of the rain.
He married her despite opposition from those around him.
Expressions
- 押して行くwalk a bicycle/scooter; push along; wheel