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pressing

adjective noun

Compelling immediate action

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Word Facts

Word length
8
Starts with
P
Ends with
G
Contains
RE
Scrabble score
11
CEFR level
B1

How it sounds

Pronunciation

ˈpɹɛsɪŋ

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Meaning

Definitions

adjective

  1. Compelling immediate action

    “Too pressing to permit of longer delay”

noun

  1. The act of pressing; the exertion of pressure

    “He gave the button a press”

noun

  1. A metal or plastic part that is made by a mechanical press

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Example Sentences

Too pressing to permit of longer delay
The urgent words ‘Hurry! Hurry!’
Bridges in urgent need of repair
He gave the button a press
He used pressure to stop the bleeding
At the pressing of a button

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