Synonyms for squeeze

noun the act of gripping and pressing firmly

noun a state in which there is a short supply of cash to lend to businesses and consumers and interest rates are high

noun a twisting squeeze

noun an aggressive attempt to compel acquiescence by the concentration or manipulation of power

noun a tight or amorous embrace

verb to compress with violence, out of natural shape or condition

verb squeeze like a wedge into a tight space

verb to cause to do through pressure or necessity, by physical, moral or intellectual means

verb obtain by coercion or intimidation

verb press or force

verb squeeze tightly between the fingers

verb hold (someone) tightly in your arms, usually with fondness

verb squeeze or press together