low-pressure
adjective
low-pres·sure
ˈlō-ˈpre-shər 
1
: having, exerting, or operating under a relatively small pressure
2
Examples of low-pressure in a Sentence
a low-pressure boss who lets employees do their work without looking over their shoulders
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The hope was that by moving to the low-pressure environment of Triple A, Lewis would forget about his dismal start to the season and begin implementing swing changes without worrying about results.
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Dan Hayes, New York Times, 3 June 2026
One of Martha’s favorite summer sports, this low-pressure game packs European charm and offers a relaxed, family-friendly activity perfect for all ages.
—Wendy Rose Gould, Martha Stewart, 3 June 2026
The low-pressure gatherings taking place in coffee shops, accommodating bars and private homes are intended to turn tedious and procrastination-inducing adult responsibilities into productive time with a twist.
—ABC News, 3 June 2026
Reducing the need for permanent port fuel infrastructure To support continuous operations, the platform consumes roughly 16,500 to 17,600 pounds of hydrogen per week, stored in modular, ISO-compatible low-pressure containers integrated into the floating structure.
—Bojan Stojkovski, Interesting Engineering, 31 May 2026
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Dan Hayes, New York Times, 3 June 2026
One of Martha’s favorite summer sports, this low-pressure game packs European charm and offers a relaxed, family-friendly activity perfect for all ages.
—Wendy Rose Gould, Martha Stewart, 3 June 2026
The low-pressure gatherings taking place in coffee shops, accommodating bars and private homes are intended to turn tedious and procrastination-inducing adult responsibilities into productive time with a twist.
—ABC News, 3 June 2026
Reducing the need for permanent port fuel infrastructure To support continuous operations, the platform consumes roughly 16,500 to 17,600 pounds of hydrogen per week, stored in modular, ISO-compatible low-pressure containers integrated into the floating structure.
—Bojan Stojkovski, Interesting Engineering, 31 May 2026
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“Low-pressure.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/low-pressure. Accessed 9 Jun. 2026.
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