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

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House Republicans may be heading into another round of infighting, as Rep. Mike Johnson (R-La.) wants to serve another term as Speaker but may face pushback from disgruntled conservatives. —

Alexander Bolton, The Hill, 5 Nov. 2024 House Speaker Mike Johnson, who was elected to his seat after four vote sessions that spanned over three weeks last October, has faced pushback from members of his caucus despite having the full support of former President Donald Trump. —

Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 5 Nov. 2024 The claims thrust the town and immigration policy into the national spotlight, and prompted pushback from Ohio's Republican Gov. Mike DeWine and other officials. —

Abc News, ABC News, 4 Nov. 2024 Heretic has gotten a lot of pushback from the Mormon church. —

Claire Carusillo, Vulture, 4 Nov. 2024 See all Example Sentences for pushback