pressed
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
When Ivan's handler was pressed on whether he could be trusted, the handler replied: "I'm not sure of anyone, except myself."
From BBC ● Oct. 19, 2026
As we crossed over into the Westfjords, she pressed her nose against the glass, taking in the vast, peopleless landscape.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 15, 2026
Probably not, especially if I was pressed for time.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 14, 2026
But Raman’s answers never meandered and weren’t too elliptical, even when she was pressed by the able moderators.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 14, 2026
I pressed a finger to the tiny crevice.
From "The Hiding Place" by Corrie ten Boom
Random Word
Spin the wheel and learn a new word!
Get a word