Dictionary Check: squeeze

"squeeze" is a valid word!

Scrabble 25 points
Words with Friends 26 points

Definition

noun

the act of gripping and pressing firmly

Example: "he gave her cheek a playful squeeze"
Synonyms:
noun

a state in which there is a short supply of cash to lend to businesses and consumers and interest rates are high

noun

a situation in which increased costs cannot be passed on to the customer

Example: "increased expenses put a squeeze on profits"
noun

(slang) a person's girlfriend or boyfriend

Example: "she was his main squeeze"
noun

a twisting squeeze

Example: "gave the wet cloth a wring"
Synonyms:
noun

an aggressive attempt to compel acquiescence by the concentration or manipulation of power

Example: "she laughed at this sexual power play and walked away"

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