press (for)

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for press (for)
Verb
  • However, all that demanded was an apology, not retribution from the organization itself.
    Sabreena Merchant, New York Times, 6 Sep. 2025
  • Boise State head coach Spencer Danielson demanded more effort from his team in the days after the Broncos’ 34-7 season-opening loss to South Florida.
    Shaun Goodwin, Idaho Statesman, 6 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • That may require surgical correction.
    Bruce Y. Lee, Forbes.com, 11 Sep. 2025
  • Maintaining the federalized police force beyond 30 days, however, would have required action from Congress.
    Joey Garrison, USA Today, 11 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • The letter requested an extension of the discovery deadline to accommodate Swift’s schedule.
    Nancy Dillon, Rolling Stone, 12 Sep. 2025
  • The band has requested that a judge ensure that all marketing materials associated with the allegedly infringing products be recalled and removed.
    Meghan Hall, Sourcing Journal, 12 Sep. 2025
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“Press (for).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/press%20%28for%29. Accessed 13 Sep. 2025.

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