high-pres·sure
ˈhī-ˈpre-shər 
1
a
: having or involving a high or comparatively high pressure especially greatly exceeding that of the atmosphere
b
: having a high barometric pressure
2
a
: using or involving aggressive and insistent sales techniques
b
: imposing or involving severe strain or tension
high-pressure occupations
high-pressured; high-pressuring; high-pressures
: to sell or influence by high-pressure tactics
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Examples of high-pressure in a Sentence
Adjective
a high-pressure salesman who wouldn't take "no" for an answer
"for a limited time only" and other standbys of high-pressure advertising
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Isabel Garcia, Peoplemag, 17 May 2024
Plus, certain skills she's learned from being a doctor, like knowing how to suppress adrenaline and think quickly in high-pressure situations.
—Hannah Kirby, Journal Sentinel, 15 May 2024
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Adjective
With soft and high-pressure settings, it can be used to water flowers and lawns, as well as to rinse off decks, windows, and cars.
—Isabel Garcia, Peoplemag, 17 May 2024
Plus, certain skills she's learned from being a doctor, like knowing how to suppress adrenaline and think quickly in high-pressure situations.
—Hannah Kirby, Journal Sentinel, 15 May 2024
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“High-pressure.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/high-pressure. Accessed 29 May. 2024.
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