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as in compresses
to reduce in size or volume by or as if by pressing parts or members together
squeezed the blanket until it fit into the box
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as in plucks
to rob by the use of trickery or threats
the mob squeezes all the local merchants by threatening violence
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as in darlings
slang
a person with whom one is in love
she and her main squeeze are spending Valentine's Day at a romantic country inn
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for squeezes
Verb
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This peaceful hideaway handily earns its name, offering 180-degree views overlooking Lower Bay and Princess Margaret beaches.—
Carley Rojas Avila,
Travel + Leisure,
13 Apr. 2025 -
Each cleanup earns you cash to upgrade your vessel, unlocking new areas and mechanics in satisfying bursts.—
Matt Gardner,
Forbes.com,
13 Apr. 2025
Verb
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Our show often pushes boundaries somewhat for the network, so that’s not abnormal for them.—
Alan Sepinwall,
Rolling Stone,
4 Jan. 2025
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Lean on a Success Partner Find someone who knows you well, celebrates your wins, pushes you to move forward, and supports you when things get tough.—
AllBusiness,
Forbes,
3 Jan. 2025
Noun
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If a lightweight cotton or twill treatment is more your speed, celebrities such as Mikey Madison and Monica Barbaro—two awards season darlings this year—have embraced the classic khaki trench in new shapes.—
Christian Allaire,
Vogue,
20 Feb. 2025
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The digital darlings ran around fixing my computer, setting up my website and showing off their skills.—
Sherry Kuehl,
Kansas City Star,
19 Feb. 2025
Noun
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The couple were high school sweethearts and went on to elope in 1989 at the height of Bon Jovi's fame.—
Lori A Bashian Fox News,
Fox News,
27 Dec. 2024
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With unfinished business between the former childhood sweethearts, plus the presence of Nevile’s new wife, tensions are running high.—
Lily Ford,
The Hollywood Reporter,
27 Dec. 2024
Noun
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Bright began hiking in the area and brought some of her girlfriends along.—
Victoria Uwumarogie,
Essence,
21 Mar. 2025
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Conviction against certain boyfriends or girlfriends are also prohibiting, but generally only for a period of five years.—
Patricia Fersch,
Forbes,
18 Mar. 2025
Verb
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If Memphis beats Denver on Friday and the Golden State Warriors beat the LA Clippers on Sunday, the Wolves will finish fourth and host Game 1 of their first-round playoff series.—
Jon Krawczynski,
New York Times,
11 Apr. 2025
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Minnesota would finish fifth if Memphis beats Denver and the Clippers beat the Warriors or if Denver beats Memphis and the Warriors beat the Clippers.—
Jon Krawczynski,
New York Times,
11 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Oreo Brownie Frosty Fusion is made for chocolate lovers.—
Sabrina Weiss,
People.com,
10 Apr. 2025
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On Friday, April 11, the three-day Coachella music festival will kick off at the Empire Polo Club in Indio, California, bringing thousands of music lovers, celebrities and influencers alike together for a weekend of amazing performances and parties.—
Brianne Tracy,
People.com,
10 Apr. 2025
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“Squeezes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/squeezes. Accessed 22 Apr. 2025.
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