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as in throng
a great number of persons or creatures massed together
he pushed his way through the press of people outside the courthouse
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as in cabinet
a storage case typically having doors and shelves
originally designed as a press for clothes, it now serves to hide the bedroom TV
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as in to seize
to take or make use of under a guise of authority but without actual right
the fleeing bank robber pressed a nearby taxi into service as a getaway car
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as in to shove
to push steadily against with some force
an old doorbell that requires you to press the button hard
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as in to huddle
to gather into a closely packed group
everyone pressed around me to see the pictures
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as in to force
to cause (a person) to give in to pressure
a manager pressed by a business crisis to return from his vacation ahead of schedule
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as in to urge
to try to persuade (someone) through earnest appeals to follow a course of action
pressed us to go with them to the school board meeting
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as in to highlight
to indicate the importance of by centering attention on
an office e-mail that presses the need for greater vigilance concerning building security
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Recent Examples of press
Michael Schneider, Variety, 4 Nov. 2024
Jacob believed that the capitalization of common nouns was an inorganic import and did away with it, a choice that inspired parodies in the German press.
—Jennifer Wilson, The New Yorker, 4 Nov. 2024
Constance Grady, Vox, 4 Nov. 2024
His appeal for additional funds comes just two months after the commission filed its annual budget proposal in August, indicating a pressing need for resources to protect groundwater and the environment.
—David Faris, Newsweek, 4 Nov. 2024
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Popular on Variety The TCA was able to hold press tours this year in both February and July, returning to its normal semi-annual calendar after having to cancel the summer 2023 TCA press tour due to the Hollywood strikes.
—Michael Schneider, Variety, 4 Nov. 2024
Jacob believed that the capitalization of common nouns was an inorganic import and did away with it, a choice that inspired parodies in the German press.
—Jennifer Wilson, The New Yorker, 4 Nov. 2024
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Her father was exacting, an alcoholic whose fine tweed suits and leather shoes had to be pressed and shined just so.
—Constance Grady, Vox, 4 Nov. 2024
His appeal for additional funds comes just two months after the commission filed its annual budget proposal in August, indicating a pressing need for resources to protect groundwater and the environment.
—David Faris, Newsweek, 4 Nov. 2024
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There was enough money to fully restock the Feed Rogers pantry for its reopening and to add some improvements to the facility, Thiede said.Gael Langdon, arkansasonline.com, 5 Nov. 2024
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This Burlap & Barrel Fundamentals Collection (starting at $54) includes pantry must-haves such as Silk Chili Flakes, Limestone Rosemary, Purple Stripe Garlic, Flowering Hyssop Thyme, Smoked Pimenton Paprika, and Royal Cinnamon.Aly Walansky, Forbes, 2 Nov. 2024
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For the throngs of fans inside the venue, from the floor area up to the rafters, Saturday night’s show was nothing short of headbanging excitement.David Chiu, Forbes, 3 Nov. 2024
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The film seems more concerned with what others — the media, the throngs outside the courthouse — expect Joker to be.Michael Ordoña, Los Angeles Times, 4 Oct. 2024
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Photo: Joel Pitra Behind those cabinets is a walk-in closet with laundry.Adriane Quinlan, Curbed, 7 Nov. 2024
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Join former cabinet members and CIA directors Leon Panetta and Mike Pompeo at the Fortune Global Forum Nov. 11-12 for a timely discussion about America’s future role on the world stage.Allie Garfinkle, Fortune, 5 Nov. 2024
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At around $38, this high-quality pan with a nonstick finish is a worthy, affordable addition to any baker’s cupboard and is made to last.Editors of Bon Appétit, Bon Appétit, 1 Nov. 2024
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The resulting 85-plus recipes all call on pantry staples (as well as whatever may be camped out in the back of your crisper drawer or on your freezer shelf) but punch way above the standard kitchen cupboard pasta.Megan Wahn, Architectural Digest, 24 Oct. 2024
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Donald Trump is often criticized for misleading claims about the size of his rally crowds, greatly inflating the numbers of his supporters despite clear evidence to show otherwise.Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 5 Nov. 2024
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Police, meanwhile, were able to clear the streets of Dublin after crowds formed for the non-existent parade.Abigail Adams, People.com, 5 Nov. 2024
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You would be instructed to place your clothing and personal items in a locker.Qin Rao, Verywell Health, 1 Nov. 2024
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The evidence, found in a Seattle storage locker that belonging to Alcala, included hundreds of photographs of unidentified women, girls, and boys, some of whom were nude or in compromising positions, per ABC News.Monica Mercuri, Forbes, 21 Oct. 2024
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Disney Minnie Mouse Disney Candy Cane Ears Headband No Disney fan’s closet is complete without Mickey or Minnie ears, and this holiday-ready pair comes in five seasonal styles.Rachel Trujillo, People.com, 5 Nov. 2024
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The costumes seemed pulled from the actors’ closets.Charles McNulty, Los Angeles Times, 4 Nov. 2024
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Getting things in shipshape The story begins with Mario and Luigi going about their day, when Luigi provokes a swarm of bees.Josh Broadwell, Rolling Stone, 4 Nov. 2024
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The next swarm is expected to occur in November 2025, Cooke said.Julia Jacobo, ABC News, 4 Nov. 2024
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“Press.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/press. Accessed 21 Nov. 2024.
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