pressed
Example Sentences
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In contrast, Spain have been the hardest-working of the final four as they've run, sprinted and pressed the opposition the most out of the semi-finalists.
From BBC ● Jul. 13, 2026
CNN anchor Kasie Hunt pressed Scott Jennings, the senator’s fellow Kentuckian and a GOP pundit for the network, to call him while they were on the air.
From Salon ● Jul. 10, 2026
According to the council member’s office, local leaders pressed company executives about support local residents could still need, including timelines around cleanup, relocation assistance, health support, small-business relief, and a dedicated claims process.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 10, 2026
Gilles Bouleau, the news anchor, repeatedly pressed her on what she will do if France’s high court upholds the appellate ruling and requires her to wear an electronic bracelet—an unprecedented scenario.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 9, 2026
He pressed the key chain into her hand but didn’t let go of it or her.
From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith
