to compress or press one's lips together, typically as a reaction to stress, tension, or discomfort

to cause discomfort or distress

to remove the growing tip or end portion of a plant to encourage branching or bushier growth

to take something in a somewhat sneaky manner

the act of apprehending (especially apprehending a criminal)

a quick, sharp bite or snip, often resulting in a sudden, brief sensation of pain or discomfort

a sudden unforeseen crisis (usually involving danger) that requires immediate action

the painful result of getting a body part compressed or squeezed between two objects

a painful or straitened circumstance