Synonyms for
Squeeze
Definition
to press something firmly, especially from all sides in order to change its shape or size or to get liquid from it
Synonyms & similar words
creditcrunch
pressure
squelch
wedge
force
clinch
stuff
hale
contract
press
mash
crush
wring
liquiditycrisis
squeezing
extort
thrust
bosom
powerplay
compress
pinch
twinge
compact
embrace
coerce
compress
crush
grip
hug
jam
press
tighten
wring
clasp
clench
constrict
contract
embrace
mash
pinch
suffocate
tear
throttle
twist
Synonyms by register
Antonyms
Common collocations
- squeeze the life out of
- squeeze into
- squeeze out
- squeeze through
- squeeze the trigger
- squeeze the toothpaste
- squeeze the hand
Word family
Usage note
The verb 'squeeze' can imply both a gentle pressing and a forceful compression. Be mindful of context to convey the intended meaning.
Example sentences
- I need to squeeze the toothpaste from the tube.
- The orange juice tastes better when you squeeze the oranges yourself.
- I like to squeeze my stuffed animals when I am sad.
- Can you help me squeeze the grapes to make juice?
- The football player was able to squeeze through the small opening in the defense.
Quotes
If you try to please everybody, you will squeeze the life out of yourself.
It is not what we get. But who we become, what we contribute... that gives meaning to our lives.
I'm the one person who wears the words 'hustle, loyalty, respect' on my T-shirts and merchandise. My audience is children. It's very flattering to see a kid wear your T-shirt; it's even more flattering to have a dad come up to you and say, 'I watch you with my kid. Keep doing what you're doing. You're a role model for my son.'