obtrude

/əbˈtruːd/
verb
  1. To become noticeable in an unwanted or unpleasant way; to force oneself or one's ideas on others without being asked.
    • The politician's personal opinions obtrude into every discussion, even when they are not relevant.
    • I don't want to obtrude on your family time, but I need to ask a quick question.
    • She tried to have a private conversation, but her loud friend kept obtruding into it.
  2. To push or thrust something forward or into a situation where it is not wanted.
    • He obtruded his advice on everyone, even though nobody asked for it.
    • Please don't obtrude your personal problems into our work meeting.
    • The reporter obtruded a microphone into the grieving family's car.
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