pressure

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Because error rates now carry financial penalties, states are under pressure to invest in staffing, technology and oversight — costly upgrades that many can’t afford, but are necessary to avoid even larger future liabilities.

From Salon • Apr. 6, 2026

One issue for patients with the disease is that they struggle to maintain healthy blood pressure and blood sugar.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 6, 2026

However, UOB Kay Hian cuts its earnings forecasts for Tidlor by 4.7% for 2026, 1.9% for 2027 and 0.5% for 2028 to reflect pressure from economic and geopolitical conditions.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 6, 2026

The tumultuous developments are keeping Asian currencies under pressure while "reinforcing a bias toward USD strength", Chan wrote.

From Barron's • Apr. 6, 2026

If the pressure got high enough, the vessel could break open, sending radiation into the air around the reactor.

From "Meltdown" by Deirdre Langeland