压
press; suppress; stabilize; approach
Meanings
7 senses · 16 examplesverb
to press; to apply pressure (from above)
Often used for pressing down on objects physically.
He used a book to press down the paper.
This large rock crushed the box.
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Even with Mount Tai pressing down on your head, do not bend your waist. (To face great pressure with resilience.)
verb
to surpass; to exceed; to be superior to
literaryUsed in literary or formal contexts to compare talents or skills.
His talent surpassed all his opponents.
(Her) skill surpassed all the beautiful flowers. (Her skills were unrivaled.)
verb
to calm; to stabilize; to keep under control
Often used for controlling emotions, situations, or physical reactions like coughing.
He took a sip of water to suppress his cough.
At the critical moment, we must stabilize the situation.
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The star actor in this play will definitely be able to hold the stage.
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to suppress; to oppress; to put pressure on
Often used in political, social, or interpersonal contexts.
The government suppressed the rebellion.
Don't use your superior's title to pressure people.
verb
to approach; to press near; to be close to
Describes something or someone getting physically very close, often with a sense of urgency.
Enemy troops are pressing on the border.
The sun is touching the treetops.
verb
to shelve; to leave aside; to delay handling
Used for work, documents, or tasks that are postponed or neglected.
This document has been shelved for several months.
If there's an urgent report, don't let it sit.
verb
to bet on; to place a wager (in gambling)
informalUsed specifically in the context of gambling or betting games.
He bet all his money on the red team.
Are you betting on big or small for this round?