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compression

[kuhm-presh-uhn] / kəmˈprɛʃ ən /
NOUN
condensation
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Despite playing with a compression sleeve on his right arm, Alcaraz unleashed his trademark forehand with familiar ferocity.

From BBC Aug. 31, 2026

It’s a great example of the more impressionistic lyrics on this record; they’re still telling the same kind of stories but with more compression, more editing, retaining what’s essential and rejecting anything extraneous.

From Salon Aug. 25, 2026

Irregularities in the implosion can interfere with the compression process and weaken the resulting fusion reaction.

From Science Daily Aug. 20, 2026

At Tower 208, a component known as a compression paddle was not securely bonded to the pylon, allowing debris to form and creating a dangerous air pocket, the filing said.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 20, 2026

She told them the plot of Little Women in ten minutes, a miracle of compression, especially since her book report had been seven typed pages.

From "The Devil's Arithmetic" by Jane Yolen

"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

He said he carried out chest compressions but there were "no signs of any breathing" and was concerned at how long it was taking for the defibrillator to arrive.

From BBC Oct. 14, 2025

The defender collapsed on the field and medical staff appeared to do chest compressions on her during a 2-0 win over Utah.

From Los Angeles Times May 14, 2025

Everyone prepares to take him from the water, wrap him in blankets, give him rescue breaths and chest compressions, all while they bring him to the ambulance.

From "The Line Tender" by Kate Allen




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