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pressuring

ADJECTIVE
intimidating
Synonyms


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Investors are defying the Treasury Department’s attempts to curb borrowing costs, sending yields higher and pressuring data-center hyperscalers.

From The Wall Street Journal Aug. 20, 2026

Ottawa has reportedly offered concessions such as pressuring provinces to put US alcohol and wine back on their shelves, Canadian media said.

From Barron's Aug. 18, 2026

Former lightweight champion Nurmagomedov retired in 2020 having won all 29 of his fights, with a relentless pressuring style which overwhelmed his opponents.

From BBC Aug. 13, 2026

Waning demand from buyers is in turn pressuring home prices down, and many homeowners in those regions are now selling at a loss, industry data indicate.

From MarketWatch Aug. 12, 2026

“I hope I haven’t been pressuring you to do this,” she said.

From "Anger Is a Gift" by Mark Oshiro




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