English Synonym Finder

squeeze

Definitions

To firmly press or crush something, typically with the fingers or hands.

To manage to fit into or through a restricted space.

To extract liquid or substance from something by applying pressure.

Examples

I had to squeeze the tube to get the last bit of toothpaste out.

She gave her daughter a gentle squeeze to comfort her.

We managed to squeeze all of our luggage into the small trunk of the car.

Synonyms

compress crush press pinch clasp grip jam

Antonyms

expand release stretch loosen spread enlarge distend