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pressure

[presh-er] / ˈprɛʃ ər /




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The upcoming SpaceX IPO could cause temporary downward pressure on Tesla shares as investors may shift funds.

From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026

The military pressure would only increase until Iran ceded to the president’s terms, threat designed to hasten an agreement, the officials said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 10, 2026

They found that a crack in the compromised tank released the pressure buildup inside the storage unit, which ruled out the possibility of an explosion, and allowed residents to return to their homes.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026

Citi sees gross margins improving but sales pressure continuing in fiscal 2027.

From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026

And with that heat, this weird pressure starts to build deep inside you.

From "Popcorn" by Rob Harrell




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