pressed

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Humans are fallible, and few if any of us can claim to have “always” been truthful in life, so it may seem odd that Mr. Altman was pressed on this point.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 19, 2026

"That just shows how pressed there are. Little insecure boys trying to piggy back off our event and try to put some news over top on us - not going to work," Paul said.

From BBC • May 17, 2026

This week, pressed by Sen. Patty Murray, D-Wash., during an appearance before a Senate Appropriations subcommittee, Patel denied any such targeting campaign.

From Salon • May 16, 2026

In an interview with CNBC, Cohen said the company was offering “half cash” and “half stock” when pressed for more details about how GameStop would finance the takeover bid.

From Los Angeles Times • May 12, 2026

He was sitting on the very edge of his camping chair now, his knees pressed against hers.

From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith