pushiness

noun

Definition of pushinessnext
as in opportunism

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  1. opportunism
  2. aggression
  3. motivation
  4. determination
  5. diligence
Noun
  • To many onlookers, the party switch smacked of political opportunism.
    Allison Mashell Mitchell / Made by History, TIME, 5 Nov. 2024
  • The excellent Francis — who like all four principals is reprising his role from London — finds an ideal balance between Joe’s cynical opportunism and his charm.
    David Rooney, The Hollywood Reporter, 3 Sep. 2019
Definition of opportunism
Noun
  • So perhaps the podcast was both: an act of love and an act of aggression.
    Lili Anolik, Vulture, 12 Nov. 2024
  • Common symptoms of a rapid squirrel include walking in circles, falling over, drooling, aggression, and seizures and muscle spasms, Critter Control reports.
    Greta Cross, USA TODAY, 4 Nov. 2024
Definition of aggression
Noun
  • And the motivations and interests of the countries contributing to Russia’s military capacity vary widely.
    Michael Kimmage, Foreign Affairs, 7 Nov. 2024
  • What is the team’s professionalism and motivation like?
    Nick Bereza, Forbes, 5 Nov. 2024
Definition of motivation
Noun
  • In 2022, the Electoral Count Reform Act, passed with bipartisan support, strengthened the original act by creating a system of judicial oversight, in which courts have the final say on the lawful counting of votes and determination of a slate of electors.
    Jenna Bednar, Foreign Affairs, 5 Nov. 2024
  • Explaining the realities of decarbonizing to less expert audiences with strongly held views takes determination, patience and leadership.
    Dean Donovan, Forbes, 4 Nov. 2024
Definition of determination
Noun
  • For companies hoping to meet CMMC 2.0 standards, this will require a level of cybersecurity diligence beyond a superficial checkbox approach.
    Emil Sayegh, Forbes, 4 Nov. 2024
  • Her diligence in completing assignments on time, paired with her willingness to offer help to her classmates, sets her apart.
    Caroline Beck, The Indianapolis Star, 4 Nov. 2024
Definition of diligence
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