pressure
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Florida-based Spirit has been working to emerge from bankruptcy after years of competitive pressure from larger rivals, which has challenged budget airlines’ business models.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 22, 2026
Sir Olly also said that his department faced "an atmosphere of pressure" over completing the process to clear Lord Mandelson to start his new role in Washington.
From BBC • Apr. 22, 2026
Firefighters lost water pressure from hydrants high in the hills, frustrating their efforts to combat the blaze.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 22, 2026
ServiceNow faces pressure to report strong financials and demonstrate robust demand for its artificial intelligence products.
From Barron's • Apr. 22, 2026
“When that much rock goes, the pressure drop on magma below would be huge … That could trigger eruption.”
From "Mountain of Fire" by Rebecca E. F. Barone
Vocabulary lists containing pressure
Weather and Climate - Introductory
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Plate Tectonics - Middle School
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Weather and Climate - Middle School
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