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Vocabulary Entry
pressure
|noun • verb
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N
noun
The continuous physical force exerted on or against an object by something in contact with it.
Example Sentences
"The pressure in the tire was too low."
"She felt a lot of pressure to meet the deadline."
"High blood pressure can lead to serious health issues."
V
verb
To exert force on something or someone to change its state, often causing stress or urgency.
Example Sentences
"He tried to pressure his friends into joining him."
"The teacher pressured the students to complete their projects on time."
"Don't pressure me to make a decision quickly."