Definitions

1. noun

the act of pressing or compressing something, especially a part of the body

“She gave the lemon a gentle squeeze to release the juice.”

2. verb

to press or compress something, especially tightly

“She had to squeeze the last bit of toothpaste out of the tube.”

3. verb

to manage to do or get something, especially with difficulty or in a limited space

“He managed to squeeze three people into the small car.”

4. verb

to extract juice or liquid from something by pressing

“We squeezed the oranges to make fresh juice.”

5. noun

a feeling of anxiety or nervousness, often caused by a difficult or uncomfortable situation

“The crowd’s squeeze made her feel anxious and overwhelmed.”