pressurize

US /ˈpreʃ.ɚ.aɪz/

UK /ˈpreʃ.ɚ.aɪz/

1.

to subject to pressure

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The engineers had to pressurize the cabin before takeoff.

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The system is designed to pressurize the water for high-pressure cleaning.

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press compress force constrict squeeze

2.

to persuade or coerce (someone) into doing something

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They tried to pressurize him into accepting the offer.

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Don't let anyone pressurize you into making a decision you're not ready for.

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coerce compel force oblige browbeat intimidate bully harass hound badger pester nag

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pressure blood pressure pressure cooker peer pressure atmospheric pressure pressure washer