squeezing
/skwiːz/ (bre, ipa) · [skwˈizɪŋ] /skwiːz/ (ame, ipa) · [skwˈizɪŋ] /ˈskwēz How to pronounce squeeze (audio)/ (ame, mw)
squeezing — verb
- squeezingpresent simple I / you / we / they
- squeezings3rd person singular
- squeezinging-ing form
- squeezingedpast simple
1. the action of pressing something hard, often from several sides, so it changes s
the action of pressing something hard, often from several sides, so it changes shape, gets smaller, or lets liquid out
Inês was squeezing the wet sponge over the bucket after mopping the floor.
progressive: squeezing + object + over + container
Felipe kept squeezing the lemon halves until enough juice covered the fish.
squeezing + fruit + until result
The nurse is squeezing the air bag to help the patient breathe.
Yuki started squeezing the travel bottle when the soap would not come out.
文法句型
squeezing + object
squeezing + object + out/of + noun
用法筆記
Often followed by a result phrase such as 'out', 'of', or 'over' to show what comes out or where the liquid goes.
常見錯誤
2. the action of wrapping your arms around someone for a brief, tight hug that show
the action of wrapping your arms around someone for a brief, tight hug that shows affection or comfort
Soraya came running in and was squeezing her aunt before anyone spoke.
progressive: squeezing + person in greeting
Christopher kept squeezing his little brother after the team won the final.
squeezing + person after emotional event
On the station platform, Maeve was squeezing her father goodbye before the train left.
Talia laughed as the children took turns squeezing her around the waist.
文法句型
squeezing + person
squeezing + person + goodbye
用法筆記
Usually describes a brief, affectionate hug rather than a long embrace. It often appears in family or reunion scenes.
常見錯誤
3. the action of getting yourself or something through a narrow space only with eff
the action of getting yourself or something through a narrow space only with effort
Indra was squeezing between two parked scooters to reach the bakery door.
squeezing between + obstacles
The cat was squeezing under the half-closed gate when the bell rang.
squeezing under + barrier
Felipe kept squeezing the suitcase through the bus aisle without hitting anyone.
Eri was squeezing past the food cart when her phone slipped.
文法句型
squeezing + through/past + noun
squeezing + object + through + place
用法筆記
Commonly used with prepositions such as 'between', 'through', 'under', and 'past' to show the tight route.
常見錯誤
4. the action of putting a person, family, or business under financial strain by le
the action of putting a person, family, or business under financial strain by leaving too little money or room to cope
Higher rent is squeezing small cafes near the university every month.
be squeezing + business financially
The new fees were squeezing Yuki's budget before summer even started.
squeezing + budget
Cheap imports are squeezing local factories that already operate on thin margins.
Medical bills kept squeezing the family until they sold the second car.
文法句型
squeezing + budget/business/family
be squeezing + noun financially
用法筆記
Used for financial pressure, not physical force. The subject is usually a cost, market change, or policy that reduces available money.
常見錯誤
squeezing — noun
1. strong hand pressure applied to something, often to push liquid out or make it s
strong hand pressure applied to something, often to push liquid out or make it smaller
The squeezing of the tube made paste spill across the sink.
the squeezing of + object
Careful squeezing of the cloth removed most of the paint water.
gerund noun: squeezing of + material
The squeezing of ripe tomatoes left red juice on the board.
Her fingers hurt after an hour of squeezing wet towels by hand.
- pressing
broader and not always from the sides
- compression
more technical and less everyday
- release
the stopping of pressure
文法句型
the squeezing of + noun
an hour of squeezing + object
用法筆記
This noun names the physical action itself. It often appears in 'the squeezing of ...' or 'an hour of squeezing ...' patterns.
常見錯誤
2. a reduction or limiting pressure on money, pay, or spending, especially during d
a reduction or limiting pressure on money, pay, or spending, especially during difficult economic conditions
The squeezing of hospital budgets delayed repairs to the old children's ward.
the squeezing of + budget noun
Workers feared another squeezing of wages after the factory changed owners.
squeezing of wages
Banks began a fresh squeezing of credit when property prices fell.
The squeezing of family spending left no room for weekend trips.
- tightening
often used for policy or credit becoming less available
- cutback
focuses more on the reduction itself
- pressure
broader and not always specifically financial
文法句型
the squeezing of + wages/budgets/credit
constant squeezing of + spending
用法筆記
Used for cuts or pressure affecting money, wages, credit, or spending. Distinguish from noun sense 1, which is literal physical pressing.
常見錯誤
3. a cramped situation where a crowd or a pile of objects is forced into too little
a cramped situation where a crowd or a pile of objects is forced into too little room
The squeezing of six musicians into one taxi made the driver laugh.
the squeezing of + people + into + vehicle
There was a lot of squeezing at the lift door after the concert ended.
a lot of squeezing
The squeezing of boxes into the hallway blocked the fire exit.
Festival staff stopped the squeezing near the stage before anyone fell.
- space
room to move freely
- spread-out layout
an arrangement with plenty of room
文法句型
the squeezing of + people/things + into + place
a lot of squeezing
用法筆記
This noun focuses on the cramped situation as a whole. It often appears with a place phrase such as 'into one taxi' or 'at the lift door'.