Meaning and Usage
押し切る (おしきる) means to push through one's own opinion or decision despite opposition or resistance. It often implies a strong will or determination to have one's way, sometimes disregarding others' views.
Common Contexts
This verb is frequently used in situations like meetings, family decisions, or negotiations where someone insists on their own plan or idea even when others disagree.
Collocations and Patterns
- 反対意見を押し切る: to override opposing opinions
- 意見を押し切って決める: to decide by pushing through one's opinion
- 反対を押し切って: despite opposition
These patterns highlight the act of overcoming resistance to achieve a personal goal.
Register and Nuance
押し切る is somewhat formal and often appears in written or business contexts. It can carry a slightly negative nuance, suggesting stubbornness or ignoring others' feelings.
Common Mistakes
Learners sometimes confuse 押し切る with simply pushing or pressing physically. Remember, 押し切る is metaphorical, about pushing through opinions or decisions, not physical objects.