pressed (A2)
verb
Pronunciation: /prɛst/
Definition
To apply force to something to flatten, shape, or smooth it, or to make something stick.
Examples
She pressed the flowers between the pages of a heavy book.
He pressed his advantage in the chess game.
The fabric had been pressed to remove wrinkles.
How to Use pressed
- press on (phrasal verb)
- To continue doing something despite difficulties. — "Despite the setbacks, they decided to press on with the project."
- press for (prepositional phrase)
- To try hard to get something, especially information or a decision. — "The reporters pressed for details about the scandal."
- press into (prepositional phrase)
- To force someone to do something. — "He was pressed into service as an emergency driver."
- press ahead (phrasal verb)
- To continue with a plan or action, often with determination. — "We must press ahead with the reforms, no matter the opposition."
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