English

pressure

ˈpreʃər, ˈpreʃ.ɚ, ˈpɹɛʃə(ɹ)
Meaning: force applied to a surface; the use of persuasion or influence
Part of Speech: Noun Alternative Readings: ˈpreʃ.ɚ, ˈpɹɛʃə(ɹ)

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Example sentences

Applying pressure to the wound helps stop the bleeding.
Applying pressure to the wound helps stop the bleeding.
She is caught between loyalty to her friend and pressure from her family.
She is caught between loyalty to her friend and pressure from her family.
The players were under intense pressure to win the game.
The players were under intense pressure to win the game.
They refused to give in to the pressure.
They refused to give in to the pressure.
The team is extraordinarily calm under pressure.
The team is extraordinarily calm under pressure.

Usage Notes

Can refer to physical force or the mental/social force used to influence someone.

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