at a push
at a push
With extra effort. Primarily heard in UK, Australia. At a push, we can still make it on time. I think I can have this order done early, at a push.
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Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.
at a push
If it is possible to do something at a push, it can be done if necessary but it is difficult. The only thing you can't get in the village is milk and you can always, at a push, get some from the farm. He could undress, take a shower and change into evening clothes in under five minutes at a push.
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Collins COBUILD Idioms Dictionary, 3rd ed.
at a push
if necessary; in an emergency. British 1997 Trail It's roomy for one person, but can take two at a push.
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Farlex Partner Idioms Dictionary
at a ˈpinch/ˈpush
(British English) (American English in a ˈpinch) (informal) possible if you try very hard or if it is absolutely necessary: We usually only accept 55 guests but at a pinch, we could take 60.See also: pinch, push
Farlex Partner Idioms Dictionary
- push in
- push up
- push (someone or something) around in (something)
- along
- (it's) time to push along
- couldn't help it
- backbone
- be in the middle of (something or some place)
- be in the middle of something/of doing something
- (it's) time to push off