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Pressurize

Definition

(formal) To increase the pressure on someone to do something, often in a way that is considered unfair or unpleasant; to put pressure on a system or process to make it work more efficiently or effectively.

Example Sentences

1The management team was accused of trying to pressurize employees into working longer hours without additional pay.
2Does the government's decision to pressurize the energy sector to reduce emissions reflect a genuine commitment to environmental protection?
3The new policy aims to pressurize the financial industry into adopting more sustainable practices.
4Avoid trying to pressurize your colleagues into meeting unrealistic deadlines, as this can lead to burnout and decreased productivity.
5The company's efforts to pressurize the supply chain to reduce costs have resulted in significant improvements in efficiency.

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