Meaning & use
Jostled
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Pushed or bumped against someone roughly, typically in a crowd.
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Shoppers jostled each other to grab the last discounted items.
He was jostled by the crowd as he tried to leave the stadium.
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"Jostled" can also be used figuratively, as in politicians "jostling" for position or influence.
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