compression

noun

kəm-ˈpre-shən How to pronounce compression (audio)
Definition of compressionnext
as in squeezing
the act or process of reducing the size or volume of something by or as if by pressing the compression of a long, complicated story into a two-hour movie is never easy

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Recent Examples of compression The second, Stillpoint, aims to release and restore calm with a deep oil-free massage, along with rocking compressions, assisted stretches, and Kansa wand techniques. — Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 3 Oct. 2026 The city’s medical examiner later determined that a puncture wound found in the 41-year-old woman’s back and compression of her neck caused her death, which was ruled a homicide. — Rebecca White, New York Daily News, 3 Oct. 2026 For larger workloads, batch processing can handle multiple files for tasks such as conversion, merging, compression, OCR, printing, encryption, and adding or removing watermarks. — Stackcommerce Team, PC Magazine, 2 Oct. 2026 In the tape of the 9-1-1 call, Randolph can be heard disregarding paramedic’s orders, giving Causse chest compressions even after he was instructed to not touch the body. — Ct Jones, Rolling Stone, 30 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for compression
Recent Examples of Synonyms for compression
  1. squeezing
  2. contraction
  3. condensation
  4. squeeze
  5. contracting
  6. constriction
Noun
  • So scientists use frequency-dependent squeezing to reduce quantum noise.
    — Ameya Paleja, Interesting Engineering, 22 May 2026
  • Maenpaa added that the physical act of squeezing creates a sensory anchor.
    — Samantha Agate, Charlotte Observer, 7 May 2026
Definition of squeezing
Noun
  • Lexington County Coroner Margaret Fisher announced Friday that Moore died from complications of cardiac dysrhythmia with premature ventricular contractions, a condition involving an abnormal heart rhythm.
    — Greg Wehner, FOXNews.com, 9 Oct. 2026
  • Anxiety over supply contractions in the Gulf of Mexico rapidly transmitted to energy markets, with international crude oil futures closing sharply higher in overnight trading.
    — , CNBC, 9 Oct. 2026
Definition of contraction
Noun
  • Common warning signs include drafts, rising energy bills, difficult-to-open or lock windows, increased outside noise and frequent condensation.
    — Samantha Agate, Miami Herald, 5 Oct. 2026
  • It was completely melted at this point, the plastic tubing slick with condensation.
    — Rachel Heng, New Yorker, 4 Oct. 2026
Definition of condensation
Noun
  • If price breaks above $600, shares clear a major hurdle and a quick pop — driven by a short squeeze and fast money playing the breakout — could follow.
    — Jay Woods, CNBC, 13 Oct. 2026
  • Cut 1 lemon into quarters and squeeze juice from 1 quarter over steak.
    — Shilpa Uskokovic, Bon Appetit Magazine, 13 Oct. 2026
Definition of squeeze
Noun
  • There’s little evidence that Ampere Analysis’ maxim, coined a couple of years ago – a contracting sector chasing a 75% of peak TV business – has not changed.
    — John Hopewell, Variety, 5 Oct. 2026
  • The Naval Air Warfare Center Aircraft Division at Patuxent River is the contracting activity.
    — Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 5 Oct. 2026
Definition of contracting
Noun
  • These snakes kill their prey by constriction and then swallow it whole.
    — Encyclopedia Britannica, Encyclopedia Britannica, 3 Sep. 2026
  • Those whose feet are wont to slip out of their kicks while in motion will be happy to know that the Novablast 6’s tongue and overall construction locks the entire foot in without constriction.
    — Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 1 Sep. 2026
Definition of constriction

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