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compression

[kuhm-presh-uhn] / kəmˈprɛʃ ən /
NOUN
condensation
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Although standard measurements classified the storms as moderate, the compression itself appeared unusually intense.

From Science Daily • May 22, 2026

However, management expects full-year compression to remain within its guidance, supported by active balance-sheet management and diversified funding sources, she notes.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 15, 2026

Because water resists compression, pulling the plunger creates increasing resistance.

From Science Daily • May 13, 2026

While investors may see a low ERP as a risk to stocks, its compression is the result of climbing bond yields, according to Martin Adams.

From MarketWatch • May 6, 2026

She’s wearing compression socks to help with the recent swelling in her knee, and they are soaked, too, and so is her shirt and shorts and pack and even her shoes.

From "A Heart in a Body in the World" by Deb Caletti




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