Pressure
Definition
(v) : To try to make someone do something by using force, influence, or strong persuasion.
Example
"(n) : The pressure from the water pipe caused it to burst suddenly."
"(n) : Learning to manage pressure helps people stay calm, think clearly, and make better decisions in difficult situations."
"(v) : Parents should not pressure children too much, or they might feel stressed and unhappy."
Explanation
Pressure is the feeling of force, stress, or demand placed on someone or something. It can be physical, like air pressure or water pressure, or emotional, like stress from work or expectations. When you feel pressure, you may feel pushed to act quickly or perform better. Too much pressure can be uncomfortable, but sometimes a little pressure helps people focus and work harder. As a verb (common in everyday speech or informal situations), pressure can also mean trying to make someone do something by pushing or urging them; for example, the coach pressured the players to train harder before the final match.