press
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Verb
To push something firmly or steadily, typically with one's hand or finger
She pressed the button to call the elevator.
To apply pressure to something to flatten, shape, or smooth it
She pressed her shirt before the interview.
To try hard to persuade or force someone to do something
They pressed him to accept the offer.
To move forward by pushing through a crowd or against resistance
The reporters pressed forward through the crowd to get closer to the stage.
To make a strong demand or claim for something
The police decided to press charges against the suspect.
Noun
Newspapers and journalists collectively; the news media
The press reported on the election results.
A printing machine or business
The book was sent to the press in 1850.
A device used to apply pressure to something to flatten, shape, or extract liquid from it
They used a wine press to extract juice from the grapes.
The act of pushing or applying pressure to something
Give the button a firm press to turn it on.
A large cupboard or closet for storing clothes or linen
She kept her best linens in the old press in the hallway.