Obtrude (Verb)
Meaning 1
Push to thrust outward.
Classification
Verbs of walking, flying, swimming.
Examples
- A sharp rock began to obtrude through the worn-out trousers, causing discomfort as they walked.
- A tree branch obtruded from behind the waterfall, visible only to those who looked closely.
- A metal blade started to obtrude from the old machine as it began to break down.
- The splintered wooden beam began to obtrude through the damaged ceiling, indicating structural issues.
- A worn-out screw started to obtrude from the bike's frame as it was aging rapidly.
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Meaning 2
Thrust oneself in as if by force; "The colors don't intrude on the viewer".
Classification
Verbs of telling, asking, ordering, singing.
Examples
- Her bold opinions began to obtrude upon the quiet conversation at the dinner table.
- The harsh city sounds seemed to obtrude into the peaceful atmosphere of the seaside resort.
- As the guests arrived, the catering staff struggled not to obtrude on the festivities.
- The heavy scent of the nearby market began to obtrude into the delicate aroma of the perfume counter.
- Her unsolicited advice had begun to obtrude on the couple's intimate moment.