What do people mean by the phrase "when push comes to shove"?

Question:I've heard it several times, but never understood it, really.
You explain to me what it means and be granted with 10 pts.

Answers:
When a situation escalates to the point where action, or a stronger action than taken before, is needed and must be taken. As the phase goes, you're been pushing and pushing but it's not working, so now you're going to have to start shoving.
It means the final effort to achieve something.
A metaphor for confronting something or someone rather than avoidance
The ability to act when action is needed to resolve a situation

This article contents is post by this website user, EduQnA.com doesn't promise its accuracy.



More Questions & Answers...
  • A quote about animal idioms?
  • John Simpson kirkpatrick Question?
  • FOB or MCR Senior Quote?
  • What is meant by the phase "carry a spear in the third act"?
  • Does anyone know any quotes by famous people?
  • I cant get past the petco application where they ask for ur legal name!!?
  • What do you mean when people said that?
  • Do you have any memorable quotes that you never forgot?
  • Copyright 2006-2007 EduQnA.com All Rights Reserved.