Meaning
“Push on” is a phrasal verb that means:
- To continue doing something with determination, even when it is difficult.
- To leave or set off on a journey (less common, often British usage).
Grammar and Usage
- Part of speech: Phrasal verb.
- Verb type: Intransitive (does not take a direct object).
Structures:
-
push on with + noun → continue with an activity
- “She pushed on with her studies despite feeling tired.”
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push on → continue moving forward, often in travel
- “It was getting dark, but they decided to push on.”
Common Phrases
- push on with work
- push on with plans
- push on to the next town
- push on regardless
Collocations
- Verb + on: push on, carry on, move on
- push on + with: project, idea, investigation, research
- push on + to: the city, the next stage, the destination
Examples
- We were tired, but we decided to push on with the project.
- Despite the rain, the hikers chose to push on to the summit.
- He wanted to stop, but his teammates encouraged him to push on.
- The company will push on with its expansion plans.
- After a short break, the travelers pushed on toward the next village.
- Even in the face of criticism, she continued to push on with her vision.
- We’ll rest here for a moment and then push on.
Synonyms or Related
- carry on
- keep going
- persevere
- continue
- move forward
Antonym
- give up
- stop
- quit
- abandon