compression
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It’s a great example of the more impressionistic lyrics on this record; they’re still telling the same kind of stories but with more compression, more editing, retaining what’s essential and rejecting anything extraneous.
From Salon ● Aug. 25, 2026
At Tower 208, a component known as a compression paddle was not securely bonded to the pylon, allowing debris to form and creating a dangerous air pocket, the filing said.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 20, 2026
Former Mayor Bill de Blasio signed the restraint law in July 2020, making officers’ use of a chokehold or chest compression a misdemeanor crime punishable by up to a year in prison.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 13, 2026
This time, though, Draper made it on to court, appearing initially nervous - but without the compression sleeve that supported him through recent appearances.
From BBC ● Aug. 4, 2026
She told them the plot of Little Women in ten minutes, a miracle of compression, especially since her book report had been seven typed pages.
From "The Devil's Arithmetic" by Jane Yolen
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"When I started the chest compressions, it began moving its legs. The more it moved, the more I kept going," he said.
From Barron's ● Feb. 26, 2026
Responders tried to resuscitate her with chest compressions and transferred her to a hospital, according to the report.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jan. 16, 2026
He said he carried out chest compressions but there were "no signs of any breathing" and was concerned at how long it was taking for the defibrillator to arrive.
From BBC ● Oct. 14, 2025
While Anaya hooked up her AED machine to the coach, Murray continued chest compressions.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 24, 2025
Rashid stopped the compressions and leaned down to put his fingers on her neck.
From "Time Bomb" by Joelle Charbonneau
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