Pesquisar
to squeeze
01
espremer, apertar
to apply pressure with a compressing or constricting motion, typically using the hands
Transitive: to squeeze sth
Example
He gently squeezed her hand to convey comfort and reassurance.
The toddler attempted to squeeze the toothpaste onto the toothbrush independently.
The stress ball provided relief as she squeezed it during a tense meeting.
02
espremer, apertar
to force liquid out of something by firmly twisting or pressing it
Transitive: to squeeze sth
Example
The juice vendor squeezed the sugarcane to extract the sweet liquid for refreshing drinks.
The bartender squeezed the orange to extract fresh juice for a cocktail.
She squeezed the lemon to extract the juice for the recipe.
03
abraçar, apertar
to hold someone closely in an affectionate or tight embrace
Transitive: to squeeze sb
Example
She squeezed her grandmother tightly, cherishing the warmth of their embrace.
The couple squeezed each other tightly, reveling in their reunion after a long separation.
She squeezed her child tightly, showering them with love and affection.
04
apertar, pressionar
to burden or harass someone with difficulties or demands
Transitive: to squeeze sb
Example
The high cost of healthcare can squeeze individuals who are already facing economic hardships.
Excessive student loan debt can squeeze recent graduates, limiting their financial freedom.
The constant demands of the job and unrealistic expectations from the boss began to squeeze the employees.
05
espremer, passar
to maneuver or force oneself into or through a narrow space
Intransitive: to squeeze somewhere
Example
The cat squeezed into the small cardboard box, making it a cozy hiding spot.
The cat squeezed through the small gap in the fence to explore the neighbor 's garden.
The hiker squeezed between the narrow rocks to continue along the trail.
06
espremer, apertar
to apply pressure to fit or pass something into or through a tight space
Transitive: to squeeze sth somewhere
Example
The plumber squeezed the pipes into the tight space behind the wall.
He squeezed the large furniture through the narrow doorway with some difficulty.
The movers had to squeeze the couch through the narrow staircase to get it into the living room.
07
extrair, obter
to obtain something from someone with effort, persuasion, or difficulty
Transitive: to squeeze sth from sb | to squeeze sth out of sb
Example
The journalist squeezed an exclusive interview from the elusive celebrity.
She squeezed a discount from the store owner by haggling persistently.
He managed to squeeze some extra information out of the reluctant witness during the interrogation.
Squeeze
01
abraço, esmagamento
a tight or amorous embrace
02
compressão, aperto
the act of gripping and pressing firmly
03
pressão, coação
an aggressive attempt to compel acquiescence by the concentration or manipulation of power
04
compressão, aperto
the act of forcing yourself (or being forced) into or through a restricted space
05
torção, compressão
a twisting squeeze
06
namorado, namorada
(slang) a person's girlfriend or boyfriend
07
pressão de custos, squeeze econômico
a situation in which increased costs cannot be passed on to the customer
08
compressão, restrição
a state in which there is a short supply of cash to lend to businesses and consumers and interest rates are high
Exemplo
He gently squeezed her hand to convey comfort and reassurance.
The toddler attempted to squeeze the toothpaste onto the toothbrush independently.
The stress ball provided relief as she squeezed it during a tense meeting.
The chef demonstrated how to squeeze the garlic cloves to extract their flavor for the dish.
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