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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“High-pressure.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/high-pressure. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.
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