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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

pressing

/prɛsɪŋ/ verb, noun · British & US
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What does pressing mean?

verb, noun

The act of applying pressure, or a state of being urgent or requiring immediate attention. A pressing issue or problem is one that is urgent or requires immediate attention.

Example

"The doctor emphasized the importance of pressing the wound to stop the bleeding."

Definition generated by AI and curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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