Meaning & use
Budge
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To move slightly, especially when pushed, pulled, or pressured; often used to describe something that resists moving.
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The stubborn mule wouldn't budge no matter how hard they pulled.
She refused to budge on her decision, despite everyone's objections.
A note on using this word
"Budge" is frequently used figuratively to describe someone refusing to change their position or opinion, as in "he wouldn't budge an inch."
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stay put
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