squeezing

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In practical terms, this can intensify the electric field inside the material and slow light down, squeezing electromagnetic energy into a very small volume and boosting light-matter interactions.

From Science Daily • Jun. 1, 2026

While households are cushioned by government measures like fuel subsidies, higher freight and insurance expenses are squeezing trading firms, the economist said.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 29, 2026

Cattle supplies remain tight after years of drought, keeping cattle costs high and squeezing meatpackers’ margins.

From Barron's • May 28, 2026

Like squeezing a sponge, the descending motion dries the air out and when you add in the fact the air is compressed, this also adds to the air heating up.

From BBC • May 28, 2026

Occasionally Percy would groan in pain, and Annabeth felt like a fist was squeezing her heart.

From "The House of Hades" by Rick Riordan