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pressure

[presh-er] / ˈprɛʃ ər /




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Maybe you should stay and try to righteously pressure Bass and Raman to make much needed changes.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026

While it will get drier, brighter and slightly warmer on Friday, it is the weekend when high pressure gradually builds in from the south and we see temperatures rising more significantly.

From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026

Apache helicopter, placing further pressure on an already fragile ceasefire.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 10, 2026

Meanwhile, higher labor and food expenses continue to pressure margins, leaving operators little room for error.

From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026

The pressure is building in my chest and shoulders.

From "Popcorn" by Rob Harrell




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