compressive

adjective

com·pres·sive kəm-ˈpre-siv

: of or relating to compression

: tending to compress

compressively adverb

Examples of compressive in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web These products work together to enhance concrete’s compressive strength, increase flexural strength, reduce permeability, and ultimately, extend the life of concrete structures. —

Kyle J. Russell, The Indianapolis Star, 5 Sep. 2024 This form-fitting, compressive pair hugged every part of our legs and not to mention snatched our waist and highlighted our bums. —

L.a. Hubilla, Peoplemag, 16 Aug. 2024 The racerback bra uses a performance Italian fabric that’s both compressive and super soft, and has a secret stashaway pocket. —

Rachel Chang, Condé Nast Traveler, 14 Mar. 2024 The material and design are compressive enough to keep everything in place without being constricting. —

Cheryl Fenton, Parents, 13 Aug. 2024 See all Example Sentences for compressive

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