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pressed

ADJECTIVE
rushed
Synonyms


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Coplan has pressed engineers to push out a shifting list of new features, some former employees said.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 20, 2026

When I pressed him on how the anniversary had been weaponized against him, he finally became more forceful.

From Slate ● Sep. 17, 2026

But pressed by reporters on whether he would endorse Bass for reelection, Caruso demurred, calling both Bass and Councilmember Raman “tough choices.”

From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 16, 2026

Carney has said he is seeking a "unique alliance" with the bloc and was pressed Tuesday for details on what that might include.

From Barron's ● Sep. 15, 2026

Clare pressed a paw into his one good eye, fighting to recall the exact phrasing Nine had used.

From "The Undead Fox of Deadwood Forest" by Aubrey Hartman




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