squish Definition
- 1to crush something that is soft
- 2to make a wet, sucking sound when walking on soft ground
- 3to fit or squeeze someone or something into a small space
Using squish: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "squish" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
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She squished the bug with her shoe.
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The mud squished under our feet as we walked through the field.
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I had to squish myself into the backseat of the car.
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He squished the sandwich in his backpack and it got all mushy.
squish Synonyms and Antonyms
Phrases with squish
squish up
to move closer together or compress
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We had to squish up to make room for everyone in the elevator.
a soft and yielding sensation, often used to describe things like pillows or mattresses
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The new mattress has a nice squishy feeling to it.
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This foam has a high squish factor, making it ideal for cushioning.
Summary: squish in Brief
The verb 'squish' [skwɪʃ] refers to crushing something soft, making a wet, sucking sound while walking on soft ground, or fitting someone or something into a small space. It can be used in phrases like 'squish up,' meaning to move closer together, or 'squishy feeling,' describing a soft and yielding sensation. 'Squish' has synonyms like 'crush' and 'squeeze,' and informal alternatives like 'smoosh' and 'mush.'
