PRESS (FOR) Synonyms: 30 Similar and Opposite Words

press (for)

verb

Definition of press (for)

as in to demand

to ask for (something) earnestly or with authority workers pressing for higher wages and better working conditions

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Some advocacy groups have begun providing templates for parents to demand immediate, sweeping moratoriums on the use of artificial intelligence in K-12 classrooms.

— Erin Mote, Forbes.com, 15 Sep. 2026
The call came after the Israeli American Council began a petition demanding that venues and tour organizers pressure Sheeran to oust Macklemore.

— Matt Moret, New York Times, 15 Sep. 2026

Definition of demand

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In China, filial piety is a core virtue; children traditionally are required to respect, obey and care for their parents.

— HUIYEE CHIEW AND LYRIC LI THE WASHINGTON POST, Arkansas Online, 16 Sep. 2026
In Florence, locals will bemoan the lines at All'Antico Vinaio, because there are so many other incredible focaccia sandwich shops around that don't require a wait.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 16 Sep. 2026

Definition of require

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But hey, this is a girl who requested that her college graduation gift be a trip to see the HOF in Canton.

— Joe Kinsey OutKick, FOXNews.com, 5 Sep. 2026
Under such a contract, customers (like the Navy) will request Seasat to supply the boats, launch them, maintain them, operate the autonomous system, and presumably provide the sensor/data service.

— Christopher McFadden, Interesting Engineering, 5 Sep. 2026

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