The act of applying force to move something away from oneself or to push in a backward direction.
Actual Meaning
Resistance or objection to an idea or proposal
Examples in Context
Report: 'We got pushback from legal.' (Translation: Legal had objections)
Helpful Tips
1Expect it on big changes
2Address concerns directly
3May indicate valid issues
Phrase Thesaurus
Similar words and synonyms for this phrase
resistance
objection
dissent
counterargument
defiance
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