pressing
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But in recent weeks, the US has been pressing Israel to scale back its campaign to allow room for a wider deal with Iran, which has demanded that it also cover the conflict in Lebanon.
From BBC • Jun. 8, 2026
The more pressing question—whether women currently in their 20s and 30s will end up with fewer children than their mothers—remains unanswered.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 6, 2026
Rams architects Les Snead and Sean McVay can still adroitly motivate a player without pressing too hard.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 4, 2026
Besides, investors have more pressing areas to focus on.
From Barron's • Jun. 3, 2026
Instead of answering these questions directly, Madame finished her meal and announced her pressing need for a glass of sherry and a meditative nap, so she might commune with the spirits in earnest.
From "The Unseen Guest" by Maryrose Wood
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