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as in compacted

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verb

past tense of compress
1
as in condensed
to reduce in size or volume by or as if by pressing parts or members together a science textbook that compresses a lot of information about human reproduction into a few short chapters

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2
as in shrank
to become smaller in size or volume through the drawing together of particles of matter the substance can compress under pressure

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Recent Examples of compressed
Adjective
PrismML is releasing two compressed versions of the model for free. — Mackenzie Sigalos, CNBC, 14 July 2026 Under sustained acceleration, leadership teams frequently start operating within more compressed decision cycles where immediate demands dominate attention and time for reflection gradually shrinks. — Bypaul L. Gunn, Forbes.com, 30 June 2026
Verb
Authorisation reviews that take weeks today will be compressed into days. — Matthew White, Fortune, 7 July 2026 Investment grade spreads are trading near historical tights, and high yield spreads have compressed below 300 basis points — a level that, according to iShares analysis, has occurred only 5% of the time since January 2000. — Jason Kirsch, Forbes.com, 2 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for compressed
Recent Examples of Synonyms for compressed
  1. compacted
  2. condensed
  3. shrank
  4. hardened
  5. squeezed
  6. constricted
  7. tempered
  8. packed
Adjective
  • National Geographic notes that dandelion roots can loosen compacted ground, improving aeration and reducing erosion.
    — Ryan Brennan May 1, Miami Herald, 1 May 2026
Definition of compacted
Verb
  • Not only was this World Cup in Qatar played at the ‘wrong’ time of the year to avoid the summer heat, but it was also condensed into a shorter-than-usual timeframe, so maybe rest ahead of the final was particularly vital.
    — Michael Cox, New York Times, 14 July 2026
  • This interview has been edited and condensed for concision and clarity.
    — Maximilíano Durón, ARTnews.com, 14 July 2026
Definition of condensed
Verb
  • The bank’s workforce has shrunk by 79,000 people over the past six years.
    — Catherine Muccigrosso July 15, Charlotte Observer, 15 July 2026
  • Florida’s working-age population — those between 18 and 64 — is estimated to have shrunk between 2023 and 2025, reducing the size of the state’s workforce, according to recent projections from the Florida Chamber of Commerce.
    — Max Klaver, Miami Herald, 15 July 2026
Definition of shrank
Adjective
  • Graham's kind is the common one, driven by age, blood pressure, and hardened arteries.
    — Dr. Céline Gounder, CBS News, 13 July 2026
  • If your engine still has original, non-hardened valve seats and is driven under load or at highway speeds, using a lead substitute additive can help reduce valve seat wear.
    — John Paul Senior Manager Public Affairs And Traffic Safety Aaa Northeast, Hartford Courant, 11 July 2026
Definition of hardened
Verb
  • But if rates stay high for an extended period, more marginal borrowers can be squeezed by interest servicing costs.
    — Hugh Leask, CNBC, 14 July 2026
  • Others in Stuyimby came through the experience of watching their parents get squeezed by the market.
    — Matthew Sedacca, Curbed, 13 July 2026
Definition of squeezed
Verb
  • But Spain constricted passing lanes, slowed France’s offense and limited its chances all game.
    — Ashley Mowreader, NBC news, 14 July 2026
  • Some apartment owners are constricted on rent by the terms of their financing or expectations of stockholders.
    — Michael Smolens, San Diego Union-Tribune, 12 July 2026
Definition of constricted
Adjective
  • His comments are in stark contrast to some of the more tempered statements corporate CEOs have made about AI replacing human employees.
    — Gene Marks, Forbes.com, 21 June 2026
  • Councilmember Jose Preciado took a more tempered view on the state’s position, and said the financing question should be separated from broader concerns about the project’s design.
    — Walker Armstrong, San Diego Union-Tribune, 23 May 2026
Definition of tempered
Verb
  • In Citrus County, where a small town was slated to play host to Florida’s first hyperscale data center, opponents of the project packed the commission and exceeded its overflow room, the Tampa Bay Times reported.
    — Alexandra Phelps, Miami Herald, 17 July 2026
  • Strawberries are packed with vitamins and nutrients that contribute to your overall health.
    — Mark Gurarie, Verywell Health, 16 July 2026
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