low-pressure
adjective
low-pres·sure
ˈlō-ˈpre-shər 
1
: having, exerting, or operating under a relatively small pressure
2
Examples of low-pressure in a Sentence
a low-pressure boss who lets employees do their work without looking over their shoulders
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Rounds of storms to come through Kansas City A low-pressure system has set up to the west, causing breezy conditions in the metro with gusts between 30 and 40 mph, according to the weather service.
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Robert A. Cronkleton, Kansas City Star, 1 Apr. 2025
The vibe: The Gathering events are built to feel warm, low-pressure and welcoming, even for first-timers walking in alone.
—Madalyn Mendoza, Axios, 28 Mar. 2025
Anova Culinary Precision Vacuum Sealer Pro 36% OFF This vacuum sealer has a wet function that activates a low-pressure suction and is a reliable double sealer for effectively sealing juicy foods.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 25 Mar. 2025
The same system whipped up wildfires in Texas and Oklahoma on Friday as the low-pressure system moved east.
—Phil Helsel, NBC News, 16 Mar. 2025
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Robert A. Cronkleton, Kansas City Star, 1 Apr. 2025
The vibe: The Gathering events are built to feel warm, low-pressure and welcoming, even for first-timers walking in alone.
—Madalyn Mendoza, Axios, 28 Mar. 2025
Anova Culinary Precision Vacuum Sealer Pro 36% OFF This vacuum sealer has a wet function that activates a low-pressure suction and is a reliable double sealer for effectively sealing juicy foods.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 25 Mar. 2025
The same system whipped up wildfires in Texas and Oklahoma on Friday as the low-pressure system moved east.
—Phil Helsel, NBC News, 16 Mar. 2025
See All Example Sentences for low-pressure
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“Low-pressure.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/low-pressure. Accessed 10 Apr. 2025.
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