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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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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
Kristi Kellogg, Architectural Digest, 10 Dec. 2025
Its Raw and compressed C Raw image formats are both 14-bit when using its fully mechanical shutter or electronic first curtain shutter (EFCS), and 12-bit with the fully electronic shutter.
—PC Magazine, 1 Dec. 2025
Lori Waxman, Chicago Tribune, 2 Jan. 2026
Glasses, no makeup, lips compressed, elbows close to body.
—Margaret Heidenry, Vanity Fair, 24 Dec. 2025
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Adjective
While a boxed mattress and traditional mattress virtually look the same once they’re set up on a bed, a mattress-in-a-box ships much more conveniently in a compressed format and compact packaging.
—Kristi Kellogg, Architectural Digest, 10 Dec. 2025
Its Raw and compressed C Raw image formats are both 14-bit when using its fully mechanical shutter or electronic first curtain shutter (EFCS), and 12-bit with the fully electronic shutter.
—PC Magazine, 1 Dec. 2025
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Also, there are no people and everything is compressed, as if a giant hand had come down from the sky and harmlessly splayed the three-dimensional world out into two, for easier viewing.
—Lori Waxman, Chicago Tribune, 2 Jan. 2026
Glasses, no makeup, lips compressed, elbows close to body.
—Margaret Heidenry, Vanity Fair, 24 Dec. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for compressed
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This interview has been edited and condensed for clarity.—
Ellise Shafer,
Variety,
15 Jan. 2026
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This conversation has been edited and condensed.—
Emma Specter,
Vogue,
15 Jan. 2026
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The congregation has shrunk by half since the storm, and many are over 60.—
Mark Price,
Charlotte Observer,
15 Jan. 2026
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Perhaps their appetites have shrunk due to changing bodies, or hormones or medication.—
R. Eric Thomas,
Mercury News,
14 Jan. 2026
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At one point, the fear that squeezed my stomach tighter and tighter gave way to stupefaction.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
12 Jan. 2026
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Even if those increases eventually unwind, the impact will fall on households that have already been squeezed for decades, and many households are no longer assuming prices will fall back—they’ve been burned too often.—
Gene Ludwig,
Fortune,
11 Jan. 2026
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Low oil prices stem from a glut of oil alongside relatively slow global economic growth, which has constricted demand for fossil fuels.—
Max Zahn,
ABC News,
8 Jan. 2026
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Despite a committed turn, Jack’s perspective is even more constricted than Anna’s.—
Ben Travers,
IndieWire,
8 Jan. 2026
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The warrior spirit that exists oftentimes comes across as pretty hardened and crusty and cynical.—
Charlie Lapastora,
CBS News,
12 Jan. 2026
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Microwave one cup of water for three to five minutes to soften hardened food residue, and allow the mixture to sit for up to 15 additional minutes, if needed.—
Emily Hayes,
Martha Stewart,
9 Jan. 2026
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Kuhl Eclipser Hoody Perfect as a hooded base layer on a cooler winter morning or as a UV-protection layer during a hot summer day, Kuhl’s Eclipser Hoody is packed with technology, versatility, and comfort.—
Michael Cappetta,
Travel + Leisure,
8 Jan. 2026
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Black jeans are one of the easiest staples to have in your closet, and Amazon is packed with similar styles inspired by these celebs.—
Nicol Natale,
PEOPLE,
7 Jan. 2026
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While the short-term base rate decreased thanks to cuts from the Fed last year, analysts are widely expecting the base rate to decrease at a slower pace in the New Year.—
Eleanor Pringle,
Fortune,
12 Jan. 2026
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When eccentricity decreased, the climate shifted toward drier conditions.—
Stefanie Waldek,
Space.com,
12 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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Glassware without a microwave-safe label should not be used, including non-tempered glass, antique or fragile glassware, or glass with metallic trims or decorations.—
Katie Rosenhouse,
Southern Living,
9 Nov. 2025
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The Crock-Pot’s tempered glass lid and stoneware insert are dishwasher safe, making cleanup way faster.—
Sian Babish,
PEOPLE,
6 Nov. 2025
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“Compressed.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/compressed. Accessed 17 Jan. 2026.
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