push sth shut

Frequency: 7.09.3 per million words

To move something to a closed position by pushing.

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Examples (10)

  • Please push the door shut when you leave.
  • He had to push the drawer shut with a bit of force.
  • Can you help me push this cabinet shut?
  • She pushed the window shut to keep out the cold air.
  • I need to push the lid shut securely.
  • He pushed the gate shut after the car had passed through.
  • Make sure you push the door shut completely.
  • Could you push the box shut so it doesn't fall over?
  • The wind was so strong, I had to push the door shut with all my might.
  • He pushed the wardrobe shut to make more space in the room.