squeeze (Meaning)

Wordnet

squeeze (n)

the act of gripping and pressing firmly

a state in which there is a short supply of cash to lend to businesses and consumers and interest rates are high

a situation in which increased costs cannot be passed on to the customer

(slang) a person's girlfriend or boyfriend

a twisting squeeze

an aggressive attempt to compel acquiescence by the concentration or manipulation of power

a tight or amorous embrace

the act of forcing yourself (or being forced) into or through a restricted space

Wordnet

squeeze (v)

to compress with violence, out of natural shape or condition

press firmly

squeeze like a wedge into a tight space

to cause to do through pressure or necessity, by physical, moral or intellectual means

obtain by coercion or intimidation

press or force

squeeze tightly between the fingers

hold (someone) tightly in your arms, usually with fondness

squeeze or press together

Webster

squeeze (n.)

The gradual closing of workings by the weight of the overlying strata.

Pressure or constraint used to force the making of a gift, concession, or the like; exaction; extortion.

squeeze Sentence Examples

  1. The child's tiny hand squeezed the orange with surprising strength.
  2. The crowded subway train squeezed passengers together like sardines.
  3. The lemon slices were squeezed over the salad, adding a burst of citrus flavor.
  4. The mechanic carefully squeezed the brake lines, testing their integrity.
  5. The toothpaste tube was squeezed until the last drop was dispensed.
  6. The guitarist squeezed the strings of his guitar, producing a mournful melody.
  7. The basketball player squeezed through a narrow gap in the defense.
  8. The hug was so tight, the two friends felt their ribs squeeze together.
  9. The metalworkers used a clamp to squeeze the two pieces of metal together.
  10. The ice skater squeezed her skates as she accelerated across the rink.

FAQs About the word squeeze

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The child's tiny hand squeezed the orange with surprising strength.

The crowded subway train squeezed passengers together like sardines.

The lemon slices were squeezed over the salad, adding a burst of citrus flavor.

The mechanic carefully squeezed the brake lines, testing their integrity.