pushing away
phrasal verbUK /ˈpʊʃɪŋ əˈweɪ/
US /ˈpʊʃɪŋ əˈweɪ/
Making someone or something move back by pressing on them.
The little boy was pushing away the big beach ball.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. Refusing to accept help or kindness from someone.
She kept pushing away her friends who wanted to help.
3. Making a feeling or memory go out of your mind.
He tried pushing away the sad thoughts.
4. Moving something to a farther place with your hands.
Pushing away the plate, he said he was full.