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  • The act of pressing; the exertion of pressure

  • A force that compels

  • The somatic sensation that results from applying force to an area of skin

  • The force applied to a unit area of surface; measured in pascals (SI unit) or in dynes (cgs unit)

  • The pressure exerted by the atmosphere

  • The state of demanding notice or attention

  • An oppressive condition of physical or mental or social or economic distress

  • To cause to do through pressure or necessity, by physical, moral or intellectual means

  • Exert pressure on someone through threats

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