Pronunciation: [pˈʊʃɪz ˈɪn] (IPA) 
The spelling of "pushes in" is consistent with the IPA phonetic transcription /ˈpʊʃɪz ɪn/. The first sound is a "p" followed by a short "u" sound /ʊ/. The second syllable is pronounced like "sh" /ʃ/, and the third syllable has the "ih" sound /ɪ/. The final sound is a voiced "z" /z/ followed by a short "ih" sound. Therefore, the spelling of "pushes in" accurately represents its pronunciation in the IPA phonetic alphabet.
Pushes in is a phrasal verb that refers to the act of exerting physical force or pressure to move or thrust something inward or into a particular position. It typically implies a forceful or persistent action.
In a literal sense, this action involves applying pressure on a specific object or area with the intention of causing it to move towards the inside or to fit into another object or space. For example, when someone pushes in a button, they apply pressure to make it go into a depressed position. Another practical example is when a person pushes in a drawer, they exert force to make it slide back into its original closed position.
Metaphorically, the term can also describe assertively and persistently intruding, intervening, or encroaching upon someone or something. It suggests taking an active role in inserting oneself into a particular situation, often with a sense of urgency or dominance. For instance, a person may push in during a conversation by interrupting and making their point before anyone else can speak. Similarly, a government or organization might push in on a particular issue by intervening forcefully to achieve their desired outcome.
In summary, pushes in refers to the act of exerting force or pressure to move something inward physically or metaphorically by intruding or intervening assertively.
The phrase "pushes in" consists of the verb "push" and the preposition "in".
The word "push" originates from the Middle English word "pusshen" or "pussen", which is derived from the Old English word "puscan". It has Germanic roots, related to the Dutch word "pusen" and the German word "stoßen". The English word "push" began to be used around the 14th century, referring to the act of exerting force against something to move or press it away.
The preposition "in" comes from the Old English word "inn", which is akin to the Old High German word "inni" and the Gothic word "inna". It has Indo-European origins and is ultimately derived from the Proto-Indo-European root "*en", meaning "in" or "into".
