durch|setzen
Translation
to enforce, to assert, to push through, to prevail
Examples
Er konnte seinen Willen durchsetzen.
He was able to assert his will.
Die neue Regelung wurde erfolgreich durchgesetzt.
The new regulation was successfully enforced.
Diese Mode hat sich schnell durchgesetzt.
This fashion quickly caught on.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) durchsetzen to enforce/assert (sth.) He enforced his plan.
sichAkk ((durchsetzen)) to prevail, to catch on The new technology has prevailed.
Similar Words
Synonyms: to push through, to implement; Antonyms: to give in
Etymology
From 'durch' (through) and 'setzen' (to set, place). The concept is 'setting' something 'through' any obstacles.
Memory Tips
Think of 'setting' your plan down, pushing it 'through' all the red tape to get it done.