compression

noun

kəm-ˈpre-shən How to pronounce compression (audio)
Definition of compressionnext
as in squeezing
the act or process of reducing the size or volume of something by or as if by pressing the compression of a long, complicated story into a two-hour movie is never easy

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Recent Examples of compression The baby, a boy, was declared dead less than a half-hour later, after paramedics had been called and attempted to give the newborn oxygen and chest compressions, the parents said. — Beth Mole, ArsTechnica, 1 Sep. 2026 Their technology combines the circulation and support benefits of compression with the recovery power of Infrared Energy. — ABC News, 31 Aug. 2026 Most sweatpants are a little too low-effort for my liking, and my skin-tight leggings look a little dorky with compression socks. — Kelsey Mulvey, Condé Nast Traveler, 31 Aug. 2026 Most college first aid kits forget the compression wrap (aka ACE wrap). — Dr. Jill Grimes, CNN Money, 29 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for compression
Recent Examples of Synonyms for compression
  1. squeezing
  2. contraction
  3. condensation
  4. squeeze
  5. contracting
  6. constriction
Noun
  • So scientists use frequency-dependent squeezing to reduce quantum noise.
    — Ameya Paleja, Interesting Engineering, 22 May 2026
  • Maenpaa added that the physical act of squeezing creates a sensory anchor.
    — Samantha Agate, Charlotte Observer, 7 May 2026
Definition of squeezing
Noun
  • That’s where cognition becomes impaired, muscle contraction becomes impaired, and metabolism actually slows.
    — Patrick Iversen, New York Times, 6 Sep. 2026
  • Such optimism had for years been hard to find in a Hollywood ravaged by the pandemic, wildfires, labor strife, contraction and technological upheaval.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 4 Sep. 2026
Definition of contraction
Noun
  • Chicago Cubs crew and players worked to remove condensation from the court during the NCAA college Volleyball Challenge Week.
    — Doha Madani, NBC news, 7 Sep. 2026
  • Range hoods can also minimize excess moisture from steam, which can contribute to condensation and long-term wear on surfaces.
    — Katie Rosenhouse, Southern Living, 3 Sep. 2026
Definition of condensation
Noun
  • That is really what’s going to put the ongoing squeeze on consumers eventually into next year.
    — Joel Feder, The Drive, 2 Sep. 2026
  • When the math stops working Hampshire College shows what the extreme end of that squeeze can look like.
    — Tatiana Sataua, Fortune, 31 Aug. 2026
Definition of squeeze
Noun
  • Investigators accused him of obstruction of justice, unlawful contracting and, among other things, claiming $127,630 in expenses linked to fictitious missions and plane tickets for nearly a dozen trips.
    — Jacqueline Charles, Miami Herald, 3 Sep. 2026
  • The people who were in the area of the fire and the injured person all worked for Ford's contracting company Leadec Industrial Services, Elliott said.
    — Jamie L. LaReau, Freep.com, 31 Aug. 2026
Definition of contracting
Noun
  • Those whose feet are wont to slip out of their kicks while in motion will be happy to know that the Novablast 6’s tongue and overall construction locks the entire foot in without constriction.
    — Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 1 Sep. 2026
  • While the bulk of the research centers on macroeconomic issues and the constriction in the major studio space, the study also provides a sobering look at what ails the indie film sector.
    — Brent Lang, IndieWire, 19 Aug. 2026
Definition of constriction

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“Compression.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/compression. Accessed 8 Sep. 2026.

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