as in compresses
to reduce in size or volume by or as if by pressing parts or members together
for dramatic purposes, the film telescopes the years over which the events occurred into a few short months
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This compresses the heart and keeps blood flowing until the heart restarts or professional help arrives.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
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Circana’s Liquid Mix compresses that cycle to minutes, vastly improving how brands can respond to market signals.—
Kiri Masters,
Forbes.com,
3 Sep. 2025
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This rising air cools and condenses into clouds and thunderstorms, releasing latent heat that fuels further development.—
Hannah Parry
Amanda Castro
Anna Commander,
MSNBC Newsweek,
11 Aug. 2025
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The air revitalization system condenses moisture from the cabin air – primarily water vapor from sweat and exhalation – into liquid water.—
Berrin Tansel,
The Conversation,
30 July 2025
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For power, the Tab S11 packs an 8,400mAh battery while the Tab S11 Ultra has an 11,600mAh battery.—
PC Magazine,
PC Magazine,
4 Sep. 2025
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Although milder, the no-heat pickle packs an impressive crunch, and includes plenty of flavorful personality even without the spice.—
Alana Al-Hatlani,
Southern Living,
4 Sep. 2025
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View gallery - 9 images The Cabana tiny house squeezes a lot of house into a length of just 20 ft (6 m).—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
29 Aug. 2025
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As the video goes on, Jelly Roll playfully squeezes Bunnie's backside and the two share a kiss.—
Lori A Bashian,
FOXNews.com,
23 Aug. 2025
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Solar panel construction damages the soil, compacts the ground, and changes drainage patterns, threatening nearby productive acreage.—
Brooke L. Rollins,
MSNBC Newsweek,
20 Aug. 2025
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“Telescopes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/telescopes. Accessed 10 Sep. 2025.
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