push

Like verbs across multiple languages, this verb is full of action and vigor.

Its meaning is to apply a steady force in order to move an object (or person). From this simple concept, multiple applications of the word occur.

Consider these:
to push one's way through a crowd
to push on regardless of the difficulties
to push a point of view
to push for a political candidate
to push one's luck
to push out from the deck (in a boat)

Across these any many other applications of the verb 'to push', there is always a sense of applied force and movement. In broad uses of the verb the movement can be towards, away from or against.

Contrast this verb with the verb 'to pull'.