pressure
Example Sentences
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The mission has already faced years of delays, and Nasa is under pressure to get the astronauts on their way as soon as possible.
From BBC
As federal operations continue in Minnesota, video evidence has become central to how the public evaluates ICE activity, shaping national debate in real time and amplifying pressure on federal agencies to explain their actions.
From Salon
"There was huge, huge pressure on both of these managers today. It looks like Nuno's come out on top."
From BBC
City have failed to apply any pressure to Arsenal during a four-game winless Premier League run since the turn of the year.
From Barron's
It’s a reminder that when the pressure hits, your preparation is your only resilience floor.
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.