Wondering how to hyphenate the English word PRESSURE? This word can be hyphenated and contains 2 syllables as shown below.
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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 |
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A force that compels The public brought pressure to bear on the government |
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The act of pressing The exertion of pressure He gave the button a press He used pressure to stop the bleeding At the pressing of a button |
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The state of demanding notice or attention The insistence of their hunger The press of business matters |
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The somatic sensation that results from applying force to an area of skin The sensitivity of his skin to pressure and temperature was normal |
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An oppressive condition of physical or mental or social or economic distress |
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The pressure exerted by the atmosphere |
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To cause to do through pressure or necessity, by physical, moral or intellectual means :She forced him to take a job in the city He squeezed her for information |
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Exert pressure on someone through threats |