WORD DETAIL
押し切る
おしきる
Examples
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Study notes
1. Origins, structure, and basic meaning
- Structure:
押し切る, readおしきる, is a compound verb joining the continuative form of押すwith切る, which adds completion despite resistance. - Basic usage: Use it when carrying a course of action through despite opposition or obstacles, as in
提案を押し切る.
2. Common pitfalls and similar expressions
- Grammar and combinations
- The object being pushed through takes
を; the word more strongly implies overcoming resistance than simple押す.
- The object being pushed through takes

