Spell Bee Word: bulldoze

Basic Details

Word: Bulldoze

Part of Speech: Verb

Meaning: To push or move something very forcefully; or to make someone do something by using pressure or force.

Synonyms: Overwhelm, intimidate, force

Antonyms: Encourage, coax, persuade

Idioms and Phrases

1. Bulldoze one's way: To push through obstacles or difficulties forcefully. Example: "She bulldozed her way through the crowd to get to the front of the stage."
2. Bulldoze someone into something: To pressure someone into doing something they might not want to do. Example: "He tried to bulldoze me into making a decision before I was ready."

Usage Examples

Example 1: The construction workers used a bulldozer to bulldoze the old building down.

Example 2: It’s not fair to bulldoze your ideas onto others without listening to their thoughts.

Example 3: She felt that the manager was trying to bulldoze her into accepting the new schedule without discussion.

Fun Fact

The term "bulldoze" is derived from the name of a powerful machine called a bulldozer, which is used for moving large amounts of earth. Interestingly, the word has also taken on a figurative meaning, representing forcefulness in conversation or persuasion.

Famous Quote

"A leader is one who knows the way, goes the way, and shows the way." — John C. Maxwell. This highlights the importance of guidance rather than forcing others to follow.

Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)

1. What does "bulldoze" mean?

a) To walk carefully
b) To push or move very forcefully
c) To dance gracefully
d) To speak softly

Answer: b) To push or move very forcefully

2. Which of these is a synonym of "bulldoze"?

a) Encourage
b) Overwhelm
c) Help
d) Invite

Answer: b) Overwhelm

3. Which sentence uses "bulldoze" correctly?

a) The dog decided to bulldoze the ball.
b) She refused to bulldoze her opinions onto her friends.
c) He likes to bulldoze around the park.
d) The cat bulldozed across the sofa.

Answer: b) She refused to bulldoze her opinions onto her friends.

4. Which idiom means the same as "bulldoze someone into something"?

a) Push someone to the edge
b) Pressure someone into a decision
c) Walk in their shoes
d) Run with the wolves

Answer: b) Pressure someone into a decision

5. What is the opposite of "bulldoze"?

a) N/A
b) Encourage
c) Force
d) Suppress

Answer: b) Encourage