When push comes to shove, I will help you move.
when push comes to shove
idiomWhen the pressure is on; when the situation is critical or urgent; when the time has come for action, even if it is difficult.
We hope to finish the project on time, but when push comes to shove, we can work through the weekend.
Although they preferred to avoid conflict, when push comes to shove, the board members are prepared to make the difficult decision to cut the budget.
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appetite comes with eating
Starting an activity increases one's desire to continue it.
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burn that bridge when one comes to it
To anticipate dealing with a problem or situation either by acting in a manner that alienates or cuts ties with others, or merely with the expectation of encountering trouble.
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cross that bridge when one comes to it
To deal with a problem or situation only if and when it arises.
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one's ship comes in
One makes or comes into possession of a significant amount of money.
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push against an open door
To do something pointless or unnecessary; to try doing something already done.
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push in
To jump the queue, especially in a forceful manner.
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push it
To make an extraordinary or risky effort; to behave in a way which tests the limits; to take chances; to expect too much.
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push on
To persist, persevere.