jostle
//ˈdʒɒs.əl//
Verb
jostleInfinitive
jostlePresent tense
jostledPast tense
jostledPast participle
jostlingPresent participle
jostlesThird-person singular
1
To push, elbow, or bump against someone roughly, typically in a crowd.
People jostled each other to get on the crowded train.
2
To compete or struggle with others for something, such as position or advantage.
Several candidates are jostling for the leadership position.
Noun
1
The act of pushing or bumping against someone in a crowd.
There was a lot of jostle as people tried to get on the train.