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pressing
adjective
noun
compelling immediate action
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ˈpɹɛsɪŋ
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adjective
compelling immediate action
“too pressing to permit of longer delay”
noun
the act of pressing; the exertion of pressure
“he gave the button a press”
noun
a metal or plastic part that is made by a mechanical press
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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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