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pressure

[presh-er] / ˈprɛʃ ər /




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Behind the scenes, though, the pressure to work with Flock has been ratcheting up from other council offices and community groups.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026

Chinese exports surged by almost a fifth last month, official data showed Tuesday, as shipments of tech components and machinery helped the world's second-largest economy weather pressure from the Middle East war.

From Barron's • Jun. 9, 2026

Yet Brazil has resisted pressure to join a U.S.-led minerals bloc, insisting it will accept investment from any country willing to help develop the industry.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026

Jonathan Pearce: The pressure will be immense for the joint hosts to clear their group and go far.

From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026

The pressure is building in my chest and shoulders.

From "Popcorn" by Rob Harrell




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