noun🔗ShareA close or tight fit."Despite the squeezes in the subway car during rush hour, I managed to find a handrail. "conditionsituationChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun🔗ShareA difficult position."The company's financial squeezes forced it to lay off many employees. "situationconditionChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun🔗ShareA hug or other affectionate grasp."a gentle squeeze on the arm"emotionactionfamilyhumanChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun🔗ShareA romantic partner."I want to be your main squeeze."personfamilyChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun🔗ShareAn illicit alcoholic drink made by squeezing Sterno through cheesecloth, etc., and mixing the result with fruit juice."The bartender mixed the fruit juice with the squeezes, creating a unique, homemade cocktail. "drinksubstanceChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun🔗ShareThe act of bunting in an attempt to score a runner from third."The game ended in exciting fashion with a failed squeeze."sportactiongameChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun🔗ShareA play that forces an opponent to discard a card that gives up one or more tricks."In bridge, skillful use of squeezes can turn a losing hand into a winning one. "gameChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun🔗ShareA traversal of a narrow passage."It was a tight squeeze, but I got through to the next section of the cave."areaplaceChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun🔗Share(epigraphy) An impression of an inscription formed by pressing wet paper onto the surface and peeling off when dry."The light not being good enough for photography, I took a squeeze of the stone."archaeologyhistorywritingartChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun🔗ShareThe gradual closing of workings by the weight of the overlying strata."The squeezes in the mine shaft were carefully monitored by engineers. "geologytechnicalChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun🔗ShareA bribe or fee paid to a middleman, especially in China; the practice of requiring such a bribe or fee."The company's new project faced significant delays because of the frequent squeezes demanded by government officials. "businessfinanceeconomygovernmentpoliticsmoralChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verb🔗ShareTo apply pressure to from two or more sides at once."I squeezed the ball between my hands."actionphysicsChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verb🔗ShareTo embrace closely; to give a tight hug to."After a long day at school, she runs to her mother and squeezes her tightly. "bodyactionhumansensationemotionChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verb🔗ShareTo fit into a tight place."Can you squeeze through that gap?"actionplaceChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verb🔗ShareTo remove something with difficulty, or apparent difficulty."He squeezed some money out of his wallet."actionChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verb🔗ShareTo put in a difficult position by presenting two or more choices."The limited number of scholarships available this year squeezes many students who need financial aid, forcing them to choose between taking out large loans or delaying their education. "positionbusinesseconomyChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verb🔗ShareTo oppress with hardships, burdens, or taxes; to harass."The government squeezes small business owners with high taxes and strict regulations. "politicsgovernmenteconomyfinancelawChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verb🔗ShareTo attempt to score a runner from third by bunting."Jones squeezed in Smith with a perfect bunt."sportChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
