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press

[pres]

press Definition

  • 1to push something firmly, often repeatedly
  • 2a machine used for pressing clothes, books, or other items
  • 3a group of journalists representing different news organizations who are stationed at a particular place

Using press: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "press" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    She pressed the button and waited for the elevator.

  • Example

    The publisher is going to press 10,000 copies of the book.

  • Example

    The press was waiting outside the courthouse for the verdict.

press Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for press

Antonyms for press

Phrases with press

  • press charges

    to make a formal accusation against someone for a crime

    Example

    If you don't return the stolen property, I'll have to press charges.

  • to continue doing something despite difficulties or opposition

    Example

    We must press on with our work, even if it means working overtime.

  • to shake hands with many people, especially during a political campaign

    Example

    The candidate spent the day pressing the flesh and meeting potential voters.

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Summary: press in Brief

The term 'press' [pres] can be used as a verb or a noun. As a verb, it means to push something firmly, often repeatedly. As a noun, it refers to a machine used for pressing clothes, books, or other items, or a group of journalists representing different news organizations who are stationed at a particular place. 'Press' extends into phrases like 'press charges,' meaning to make a formal accusation against someone for a crime, and 'press on,' meaning to continue doing something despite difficulties or opposition.

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