Pressure
8 lettersnouncommonUpdated February 2026
Definition
Continuous physical force exerted on or against an object by something in contact with it. It also refers to mental or emotional stress or the use of persuasion or intimidation.
“The pressure of work deadlines was affecting her sleep quality.”
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Contains common letters P, R, E, S, U with R and E appearing twice
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Worth 10 points; good combination of common letters
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