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compression

[kuhm-presh-uhn] / kəmˈprɛʃ ən /
NOUN
condensation
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This compression strengthens its internal magnetic field, which in turn provides additional pressure that helps counteract gravity.

From Science Daily ● Nov. 6, 2026

He’s so obsessed with being the best that three broken arms suffered from falls, along with a compression back fracture, hardly deters him to think twice about flying through the air trying to perform tricks.

From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 1, 2026

One group was given compression garments; the other group was given a placebo tablet that they were told was equally as effective as compression.

From Science Daily ● Oct. 14, 2026

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

How the compression sleeve doesn’t seem to be helping anymore.

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

The fallout was largely documented on the cat haven’s Facebook page with posts of veterinary and haven staff working together to administer heart compressions on the large black cat lying on the medical table.

From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 27, 2026

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

Five compressions, another breath, a quick check to make sure the boat was headed in the right direction.

From "Red Kayak" by Priscilla Cummings


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