press (for)

verb

Definition of press (for)next
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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  1. demand
  2. require
  3. request
Verb
  • The strategy has also angered China, which has demanded that Manila rein in the Coast Guard spokesman who leads it.
    — Jill Goldenziel, Forbes.com, 30 July 2026
  • Traders were gauging the odds of an imminent hike, and simultaneously demanded more compensation to hold longer government debt, believing that inflation would continue to bite.
    — Eva Roytburg, Fortune, 29 July 2026
Definition of demand
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  • The courts found that changing the election date requires voter approval.
    — Tess Riski July 31, Miami Herald, 31 July 2026
  • Most importantly, the bureau has been elevated in importance, and other ministries are now formally required to share their information.
    — Jessie Yeung, CNN Money, 31 July 2026
Definition of require
Verb
  • Calls have been received requesting specific information as to the location of offices in specific buildings.
    — David Goodhue, Miami Herald, 25 July 2026
  • The Charlotte Observer has also requested comment from Anson County officials and the Anson County Sheriff’s Office.
    — Nora O'Neill, Charlotte Observer, 25 July 2026
Definition of request
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“Press (for).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/press%20%28for%29. Accessed 31 Jul. 2026.

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