compression
Example Sentences
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At the same time, oil and gas is expected to see moderate growth this year, with reciprocating engine sales expected to increase, driven by strong demand in gas compression applications, Creed says.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 1, 2026
“If not, investors will start worrying more seriously about margin compression and slower growth into the back half of the year.”
From Barron's • Apr. 21, 2026
Headwinds include diminishing returns from promotions, potential margin compression, and geopolitical risks impacting sales.
From Barron's • Apr. 21, 2026
Think fewer ripped bodices, more compression socks — and all the sweeter for it.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 9, 2026
And he never came back to the pitch without some tight compression shorts on under everything.
From "Winger" by Andrew Smith
Vocabulary lists containing compression
Plate Tectonics - Middle School
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Force and Motion (Mechanics) - Middle School
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Waves and Wave Properties - Introductory
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