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Meaning of the word pressurize in English

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pressurize

US /ˈpreʃ.ɚ.aɪz/
UK /ˈpreʃ.ɚ.aɪz/
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Verb

1.

to subject to pressure

Example:
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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.
Synonym:
presscompressforceconstrictsqueeze
2.

to persuade or coerce (someone) into doing something

Example:
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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.
Synonym:
coercecompelforceobligebrowbeatintimidatebullyharasshoundbadgerpesternag
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pressureblood pressurepressure cookerpeer pressureatmospheric pressurepressure washer