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1.
the force applied to a unit area of surface; measured in pascals (SI unit) or in dynes (cgs unit)
the compressed gas exerts an increased pressure
2.
a force that compels
the public brought pressure to bear on the government
3.
the act of pressing; the exertion of pressure
he used pressure to stop the bleeding
4.
the state of demanding notice or attention
5.
the somatic sensation that results from applying force to an area of skin
the sensitivity of his skin to pressure and temperature was normal
6.
an oppressive condition of physical or mental or social or economic distress
'pressure' - used as a verb
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to cause to do through pressure or necessity, by physical, moral or intellectual means
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exert pressure on someone through threats
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derived forms
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1. Pressure / Plural
pressures
2. Pressure / Past
pressured
3. Pressure / Third Person
pressures
4. Pressure / Present Participle
pressuring
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