push ahead
phrasal verb·1 sense·particle ahead
Meanings
Continue with a plan despite difficulties
Why “ahead”? Moving ahead means advancing along the path before others or despite resistance.
“They pushed ahead despite delays.”
“The council pushed ahead with the road repairs.”
Don't confuse with
Push ahead means continue with a plan despite difficulties. Push forward means continue trying despite difficulty.
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Sink In connects verbs by particle pattern, contrast pairs, and shared base verbs.
push forward
A contrast learners often mix up
Continue trying despite difficulty
forge ahead
Same ahead pattern: progress
Make steady determined progress
get ahead
Same ahead pattern: progress
Make progress in life or career; Do something in advance; Become more successful or advanced than someone else
plough ahead
Same ahead pattern: progress
Continue doing something with determination despite difficulty
press ahead
Same ahead pattern: progress
Continue with something despite difficulties
push around
Same base verb: push
Treat someone roughly or unfairly
push aside
Same base verb: push
Refuse to consider feelings or thoughts
push away
Same base verb: push
Reject someone emotionally
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