pressure

Example Sentences

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Another factor may be that China does little to intervene or apply diplomatic pressure in cases where their nationals are kidnapped, according to the analyst.

From BBC

“We expect cyclical sectors and oil importers—some of which have had strong starts to the year and may face vulnerability from positioning adjustments—will likely see pressure unless a resolution occurs quickly.”

From The Wall Street Journal

“Iran was sure that this psychological pressure works, that by scaring the Arab monarchs it can succeed. But, it looks like, this time around, the situation may be different.”

From The Wall Street Journal

At the hospital, Arlo was taken for scans before doctors performed a procedure to relieve pressure on his brain.

From BBC

"What caused my stroke was really high blood pressure. I never knew I was living with such high blood pressure."

From BBC