push sth open
Frequency: 8.322.0 per million words
To move something to an open position by pushing.
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Examples (10)
- He had to push the door open because the handle was broken.
- Could you please push the gate open so I can get the lawnmower through?
- The old wooden shed was difficult to push open due to its warped frame.
- She gave the stuck window a firm push to open it.
- The wind was strong, so it took a lot of effort to push the heavy door open.
- Try to push the drawer open gently; it tends to jam.
- He managed to push the window open just enough to let some fresh air in.
- With a final heave, they managed to push the stubborn gate open.
- The child struggled to push the toy box open.
- I had to push the revolving door open against the strong wind.