pushover

[US]/'pʊʃəʊvə/
[UK]/'pʊʃ'ovɚ/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n. someone who is easily conquered or controlled; an opponent who is easily defeated; something that is easily accomplished.

Example Sentences

The examination was a pushover; I'm sure of all the answers.

The Incremental Load is the loading that is used to update the PAIL during the pushover analysis load incrementation procedure.

She is such a pushover when it comes to her kids.

He's a pushover for flattery.

Don't be a pushover, stand up for yourself!

She's always been a pushover for sweets.

He's a pushover when it comes to peer pressure.

Being a pushover won't earn you respect.

She used to be a pushover until she learned to say no.

He's a pushover in negotiations.

Don't mistake her kindness for being a pushover.

Being a pushover at work won't get you promoted.

Real-world Examples

No one would call her a pushover.

Source: The Economist (Summary)

Pretty nice, huh? Now who's a pushover?

Source: Friends Season 6

You think I'm a pushover. Well, watch this.

Source: Friends Season 6

These plant eaters are no pushovers. They're no...they're no pansies.

Source: Discovery Channel: Battle of the Dinosaurs

Yeah. And I am okay with being a pushover.

Source: Friends Season 6

You were right, Lynette. I'm a pushover.

Source: Desperate Housewives Season 7

And maybe Rachel is a little bit of a pushover.

Source: Friends Season 6

Oh, well, I-I...I'm just kidding. They think you're a pushover, and with you here, they can get away with anything.

Source: Modern Family - Season 08

I don't know if you know this about me yet, but as an English teacher, I can be a massive pushover.

Source: Emma's delicious English

We can tell you that Freddy is no pushover.

Source: World Atlas of Wonders

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