pushback

noun

push·back ˈpu̇sh-ˌbak

: the action of forcing an object backward

: resistance or opposition in response to a policy or regulation especially by those affected

Examples of pushback in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Chipotle’s pushback on portion sizes comes as the inflation economy continues to hit fast food giants hard. —

Francisco Velasquez, Quartz, 31 May 2024 Body positivity began as a pushback to toxic diet culture but, like other movements, has become complicated over time. —

Chris Klimek, Smithsonian Magazine, 30 May 2024 As the protest movement has faced intense pushback from authorities over the years, Lookkate is among a new generation of Thai activists who have sought to bring their reform agenda into government through politics. —

Koh Ewe, TIME, 27 May 2024 That was not the first time that Ms. Kennedy, the seventh child of Robert and Ethel Kennedy, had been the face of the family’s pushback against her brother. —

Adam Nagourney, New York Times, 21 May 2024 See all Example Sentences for pushback

These examples are programmatically compiled from various online sources to illustrate current usage of the word 'pushback.' Any opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback about these examples.