squeeze (A2)
verb
Pronunciation: /skwiːz/
Definition
To squeeze means to press something tightly, force something into a small space, or put pressure on someone or something.
Examples
She gave the lemon a squeeze over the fish.
We had to squeeze through the narrow doorway.
The company tried to squeeze more work into the same week.
How to Use squeeze
- squeeze into (prepositional phrase)
- To fit into a small space. — "I had to squeeze into the tiny elevator with three other people."
- squeeze out (prepositional phrase)
- To force something out, or to extract something (like profit or information) with difficulty. — "It's hard to squeeze any extra money out of this tight budget."
- squeeze of (collocation)
- A hug or embrace. — "She gave him a quick squeeze of affection."
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