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compression

[kuhm-presh-uhn] / kəmˈprɛʃ ən /
NOUN
condensation
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One concern is the risk of a compression fracture, which is when a vertebra collapses, usually as a result of osteoporosis, according to Banner Health’s Fisher.

From MarketWatch ● Oct. 8, 2026

"The compression was primarily driven by a sharp spike in oil prices and freight rates amid Middle East geopolitical tensions," Xu said in its earnings reports.

From Barron's ● Sep. 28, 2026

Wealth management is increasingly becoming a second earnings engine, cushioning lenders from net-interest-margin compression during easing cycles while preserving upside if rates remain elevated, they say.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 22, 2026

Despite playing with a compression sleeve on his right arm, Alcaraz unleashed his trademark forehand with familiar ferocity.

From BBC ● Aug. 31, 2026

“The weakness probably came from a bad weld that got jarred loose by the chain drive, or maybe too much compression from the Bimba cylinder.”

From "Ungifted" by Gordon Korman

Preston was given chest compressions and oxygen, while other medics rushed to help and specialist equipment readied.

From BBC ● May 5, 2026

"When I started the chest compressions, it began moving its legs. The more it moved, the more I kept going," he said.

From Barron's ● Feb. 26, 2026

Responders tried to resuscitate her with chest compressions and transferred her to a hospital, according to the report.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Jan. 16, 2026

While a football coach nearby was calling 911, Murray began chest compressions.

From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 24, 2025

Rashid stopped the compressions and leaned down to put his fingers on her neck.

From "Time Bomb" by Joelle Charbonneau




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