pressure

Example Sentences

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Each phase of the ascent was, in the understated language of mission control, "nominal": maximum dynamic pressure, main engine cut-off and booster separation.

From BBC • Apr. 7, 2026

It took months of pressure before our PBM relented and allowed us to distribute an identical drug at a fraction of the cost.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 7, 2026

After a long period of deflationary pressure, a bump in price growth could seem welcome on paper, but analysts warn that if demand remains weak, supply-side inflation will become a headwind.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 7, 2026

His managers – generally – look at what he can do: Calm under pressure, strong in the tackle, good passing range, positional awareness, superb mentally, a leader in the dressing room.

From BBC • Apr. 7, 2026

He slung the shotgun strap over his shoulder and let Owen lean on him to take pressure off his injured foot.

From "Two Degrees" by Alan Gratz