budge
UK: bʌdʒ | US: bʌdʒ
vi. to move slightly; make a small adjustment or concession
vt. to cause something to move slightly or change position
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The word "budge" originated in the late 16th century, likely derived from the Old French "bouger" (to stir or move), which itself came from Latin "bullicare" (to bubble or boil, implying movement). Over time, its meaning narrowed to describe slight or reluctant movement, often under pressure. The word retains its compact form without clear morpheme boundaries, making it unsuitable for segmentation.
The heavy door wouldn’t budge no matter how hard I pushed.
After hours of negotiation, the stubborn manager finally budged on the terms.
The cat refused to budge from its cozy spot on the couch.
The government showed no willingness to budge on the new policy.
A gentle nudge made the rock budge slightly downhill.