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compression

[kuhm-presh-uhn] / kəmˈprɛʃ ən /
NOUN
condensation
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"The compression was primarily driven by a sharp spike in oil prices and freight rates amid Middle East geopolitical tensions," Xu said in its earnings reports.

From Barron's ● Sep. 28, 2026

That compression could have left behind a denser region below Stickney Crater, creating a subtle gravitational signature that scientists may be able to detect.

From Science Daily ● Sep. 19, 2026

Without a sustained improvement in profitability, they anticipate further compression in Australian bank valuation multiples.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 15, 2026

Despite playing with a compression sleeve on his right arm, Alcaraz unleashed his trademark forehand with familiar ferocity.

From BBC ● Aug. 31, 2026

My throat clamped up, a compression wave that traveled down my chest and into my stomach.

From "Darius the Great Is Not Okay" by Adib Khorram

At the inquest, she and her father Colum were told their family's actions, which included making four 999 calls and carrying out chest compressions, were the right thing to do.

From BBC ● Sep. 23, 2026

The fallout was largely documented on the cat haven’s Facebook page with posts of veterinary and haven staff working together to administer heart compressions on the large black cat lying on the medical table.

From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 27, 2026

"When I started the chest compressions, it began moving its legs. The more it moved, the more I kept going," he said.

From Barron's ● Feb. 26, 2026

Responders tried to resuscitate her with chest compressions and transferred her to a hospital, according to the report.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Jan. 16, 2026

Five compressions, another breath, a quick check to make sure the boat was headed in the right direction.

From "Red Kayak" by Priscilla Cummings




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