pressed

Example Sentences

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But it is now being pressed by the U.S.,

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026

Juan Vargas of California and Ritchie Torres of New York, who pressed her on her views on private credit and its interconnectedness with banking.

From Barron's • Jun. 4, 2026

They were core to the argument that Brock’s lawyers pressed, and were set out in detail in amicus briefs, including one that the Constitutional Accountability Center filed in support of Brock.

From Slate • Jun. 3, 2026

“Oh, Captain, my captain,” someone in the crowd said, hand pressed dramatically to her forehead.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 2, 2026

He pressed himself against me, his big black eyes looking sadly at Mr Jansen.

From "Code Name Kingfisher" by Liz Kessler