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squeeze

The correct spelling is squeeze.

How to pronounce squeeze

/skwiːz/
noun

IPA: /skwiːz/

Say it like: Skw-eez-e

The correct spelling is squeeze. A close or tight fit. For example: "I'm in a tight squeeze right now when it comes to my free time."

Usage Examples

I'm in a tight squeeze right now when it comes to my free time.

a gentle squeeze on the arm

I want to be your main squeeze.

Meanings

noun

  1. 1.A close or tight fit.
  2. 2.A difficult position.
  3. 3.A hug or other affectionate grasp.
  4. 4.A romantic partner.
  5. 5.An illicit alcoholic drink made by squeezing Sterno through cheesecloth, etc., and mixing the result with fruit juice.

verb

  1. 1.To apply pressure to from two or more sides at once.
  2. 2.To embrace closely; to give a tight hug to.
  3. 3.To fit into a tight place.
  4. 4.To remove something with difficulty, or apparent difficulty.
  5. 5.To put in a difficult position by presenting two or more choices.

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