wring
Definitions
To squeeze or twist something, typically to remove liquid.
To extract or obtain something with difficulty or effort.
To cause pain or distress to someone, often emotionally.
Examples
She had to wring the excess water out of the wet towel before hanging it up.
It is difficult not to wring one's hands when faced with such an uncertain future.
The detective managed to wring a confession out of the suspect after hours of questioning.