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to squeeze out
01
to press something in order to remove the liquid
Examples
After washing the sponge, she squeezed out the excess water before putting it away.
The chef demonstrated how to properly season tofu by gently squeezing out the water.
02
to gain something with considerable effort and difficulty
Examples
The artist managed to squeeze out a living by selling small paintings at local markets.
Despite the challenges, the team was determined to squeeze out a victory in the final minutes of the game.
03
to make someone or something leave a position, place, etc.
Examples
The new policies were designed to squeeze out corruption from the government.
Aggressive pricing strategies by large retailers can squeeze out smaller competitors.
04
to cause something to come out in a squirt, often by applying pressure
Examples
When you squeeze out the ketchup bottle, it dispenses in a neat stream.
The artist skillfully squeezed out paint onto the palette for the next stroke.
05
to use a tool to push something such as clay. icing. etc. through a small opening to shape them
Examples
The chef expertly squeezed out intricate designs with the icing bag to decorate the cake.
The potter used a special tool to squeeze out clay in precise patterns, creating unique pottery.
06
to make someone to give one something such as money, information, etc.
Examples
The scammer attempted to squeeze out personal details by posing as a bank representative.
The persistent debt collector tried to squeeze out payment from the struggling debtor.
