Jostling Meaning in English
word · lemma: jostle
Definition
Pushing, shoving, or bumping into people or things, usually in a crowd or competition. Also refers to competing hard against others for something.
Usage & Nuances
Fairly formal; used more in written English, reporting, or narration. Often found with crowds ('jostling crowd'), physical movement, or figuratively for competition ('jostling for position'). Not usually used for gentle contact.
Example Sentences
The people were jostling in the busy market.
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There was a lot of jostling at the concert entrance.
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Children were jostling to get to the front of the line.
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He got tired of all the jostling on the subway every morning.
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There's a lot of jostling among the candidates for that top job.
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Despite the jostling, she stayed calm and didn’t lose her place.
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