under pressure
phrase
1
: tightly pressed into a container
The contents of the bottle are under pressure.
2
: in a state of stress or anxiety because of having too much to do
They both work well under pressure.
3
: being made to feel forced to do something (as by arguments, threats, etc.)
The mayor is under pressure to resign.
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Deena Zaidi,
CNBC,
1 July 2026
Discipline is what allows individuals and organizations to perform under pressure.
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Brian Coyne,
Forbes.com,
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Known for his quirky personality and ability to thrive under pressure, Kelly has followed the program in recent years after retiring as a player and jumped at the chance to help the pitchers, Wise said.
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Dade Hayes,
Deadline,
30 June 2026
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Deena Zaidi,
CNBC,
1 July 2026
Discipline is what allows individuals and organizations to perform under pressure.
—
Brian Coyne,
Forbes.com,
1 July 2026
Known for his quirky personality and ability to thrive under pressure, Kelly has followed the program in recent years after retiring as a player and jumped at the chance to help the pitchers, Wise said.
—
Eric Sondheimer,
Los Angeles Times,
1 July 2026
Cable and broadband operators are under pressure from fiber, while IP and live sports have never been more valuable.
—
Dade Hayes,
Deadline,
30 June 2026
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“Under pressure.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/under%20pressure. Accessed 6 Jul. 2026.
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