JLPT N3
押し売り
It’s when you aggressively push something unwanted onto someone, like a product, an opinion, or even misplaced kindness.
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押売 less common kanji
押し売りする verb form
1 Noun, Suru verb
High-Pressure Sales
The act of aggressively trying to sell something, often by showing up uninvited, being overly persistent, or using intimidation. It can refer to the act itself or the salesperson.
Example
A さっき 、 変な セールスマン が 来た よ 。
B 押し売り ？ 大丈夫 だった ？
[A:] A weird salesman just came by. [B:] A high-pressure one? Were you okay?
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2 Noun, Suru verb
Forcing Something on Someone (Figurative)
To metaphorically “force” your ideas, opinions, or kindness on someone who hasn’t asked for them.
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