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pressing

Pronunciation: [ˈprɛs.ɪŋ]

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Learn how to use pressing in a sentence: 9 audio examples across 3 meanings.

Context: “urgency”

(adjective) something that is very important and needs to be dealt with right away. Imagine you have an assignment due tomorrow; that's a pressing matter because it can’t wait.

Example

The doctor had a pressing need to assist the patient in critical condition.

Example

There were no pressing issues to address during the meeting, so it went quickly.

Example

Is there a pressing problem we need to solve immediately?

Context: “apply pressure”

(verb) to push down on something. Think about how you press a button to make it work or how you press clothes to make them look neat.

Example

She is pressing the flowers to keep them for her scrapbook.

Example

He didn’t press the buttons hard enough, so the elevator wouldn’t move.

Example

What should I press to turn on the television?

Context: “importance”

(noun) an urgent situation or issue that requires attention. It’s like when many things need your help at once, and you have to focus on the most important one.

Example

There was a pressing to fix the broken heater before winter started.

Example

The pressing at the event was minimal, and everyone was relaxed.

Example

What is the most pressing concern in our community right now?

How to pronounce pressing

Pronunciation: [ˈprɛs.ɪŋ]

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