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pressure

🇬🇧 UK/'preʃə/🇺🇸 US/'preʃә/
NGSL 1kIELTSTOEFLA2

Definitions

v.

To try to persuade or force someone to do something.

施压;强迫;逼迫

n.

The force applied over an area; mental or social stress; persuasion or compulsion.

压力;压强;施压

🧩 Root Breakdown

Root-derived
presspress, squeeze
+
ureact, process, result
=pressure

Example Sentences

  • 1.

    High blood pressure can lead to serious health problems.

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