No. A door that starts only when held or pushed is not an acceptable normal operating condition. Do not bypass or defeat the interlock to obtain a wash.
Understanding this situation
The closure system protects against opening while the machine contains moving laundry, water or heat. Pressure on a damaged door may temporarily change an electrical signal without restoring the mechanism's safety or reliable sealing.
A useful next step
Stop using the machine and report the behaviour exactly. Check only for an obvious garment trapped at the opening while the appliance is safe and stationary. If normal loading clearance does not explain it, arrange assessment instead of using tape, weights or another person to hold it.
Manuals and supporting guidance
Model-specific instructions take priority. These references support the practical principles discussed here; they do not diagnose your appliance.