English Dictionary (Humor) beta

Blackmailed To be coerced into doing something through the use of threats or pressure.  ■ "I was blackmailed into going on a date with my ex's friend. He threatened to tell everyone I cheated if I didn't comply."

blasters A device used to blast something with intense pressure or force.  ■ I accidentally blew up my kitchen with a blaster while trying to cook dinner.

blows To perform an act of blowing or causing something to blow, typically as a result of pressure.  ■ The wind blows so hard it can knock you off your feet!

creak A loud, metallic noise made when a joint or hinge moves due to pressure.  ■ "The old wooden floor creaked loudly under my feet as I walked into the room."

dents Small, shallow depressions in a surface caused by impact or pressure.  ■ "The car had a few dents from the hailstorm last night."

Hurried adjective: Moving or acting quickly, often because of time pressure.  ■ She was so hurried that she forgot to brush her teeth.

Hypertension The inability to keep one's cool under pressure, resulting in excessive anger or frustration.  ■ "John suffered from severe hypertension when he found out that his boss had given the promotion to someone else."

Imploding The act of collapsing inward under immense pressure or force.  ■ I accidentally left my phone on the charger for too long and now it's imploding!

Integrity The quality of being honest and having strong moral principles, even when it is difficult or unpopular to do so.  ■ "Despite facing immense pressure to compromise her integrity, the whistleblower stood firm and exposed the company's illegal activities."

kidney A pair of small organs that filter waste and excess fluids from the blood, while producing essential hormones and regulating blood pressure.  ■ I heard you have two kidneys, but I only see one. Where's the other one?

melts To lose one's cool or composure under pressure.  ■ "I can't believe I just dropped my ice cream cone! That melted my mind!"

memorized To remember something so well that you can recall it instantly, even when you're under pressure or distraction.  ■ "I memorized the entire script for my stand-up routine. Now I just need to work on my delivery!"

Press A mechanical device used to apply pressure to a surface, often used for printing or pressing paper.  ■ "I can't believe I accidentally pressed the wrong button on my calculator and now all my math is messed up!"

pressed To be squeezed or compacted so as to take up less space, often by external pressure.  ■ "When I realized I had no more room in my suitcase, I decided to press my clothes to make them fit."

presses To forcefully apply pressure or force to something, often with the intention of causing it to collapse or break.  ■ He accidentally pressed the button and now his computer is completely broken.

Pressured To feel extremely uncomfortable or nervous due to excessive pressure or stress.  ■ "I was pressured into trying a new food, and it ended up being delicious!"

pressuring The act of applying excessive force or pressure to something.  ■ "He was pressuring me to finish the project before the deadline, but I refused to give in."

radioed To become very angry after listening to the radio.  ■ "After hearing the news on the radio, John's blood pressure shot up and he started 'radioing'. He was so mad, he could barely contain himself."

resisting The act of trying not to do something, or the ability to withstand pressure or opposition.  ■ "I'm resisting the urge to eat all these cookies at once."

shades The art of being cool and calm under pressure.  ■ "I may be feeling a little shady today, but I'll make sure to keep my composure for the big meeting."

shaping The art of transforming something into something else by applying pressure or heat, such as shaping clay or metal.  ■ "John's dad is a master at shaping metal in his workshop."

Squashing The act of crushing something with great force or pressure.  ■ When I accidentally dropped my phone, it was squashed flat.

squished To be squeezed into a compact, flat shape due to excessive pressure or force.  ■ "The pancake was squished beyond recognition after the cat jumped on it."

Urge An overwhelming desire to do something, often accompanied by a strong feeling of pressure or compulsion.  ■ "I had such an urge to eat all the pizza in the room!"

Urged To feel a strong desire or pressure to do something  ■ "I was so tempted by the delicious aroma of cookies that I couldn't resist urging my friend to bake some for us," said Sarah.

weld The act of combining two or more things together in a strong and permanent way, often by using heat or pressure.  ■ "He welded his broken bike back together with some old wire he found in the shed."

aneurysm An aneurysm is a swollen or ruptured blood vessel, often caused by high blood pressure. It can lead to bleeding and potentially fatal complications.  ■ "I told my friend she should go to the doctor because she had an aneurysm in her head. She laughed and said she was just stressed out about work."

artery A narrow tube-like structure that carries blood through the body., Also known as a "blood vessel", "piping system" or "plumbing".  ■ "I forgot to take my blood pressure medication, and now my arteries are clogged like a city's sewer system."

bagpipes A musical instrument consisting of a bag filled with air that supplies continuous pressure and a set of pipes, which produce sound through the vibration of reeds. The music produced by bagpipes is often associated with Scottish culture and festivals.  ■ "I'm not sure why anyone would want to listen to that screeching noise coming from those bagpipes," said the man as he quickly walked away from the parade.

Buckling To bend or curve under pressure, especially when you're trying to look good in tight clothes.  ■ "I had been buckling under the weight of all my responsibilities at work, but then I remembered that it's okay to ask for help and let go of some things."

Buffer A person who is physically or mentally tough enough to withstand a lot of physical or emotional punishment, and who has the ability to keep their cool under pressure.  ■ "I was so impressed by her buffer skills during the marathon. She ran like a pro!"

cramp A sudden, sharp pain in the muscles of the body, often caused by cold or pressure.  ■ She got a terrible cramp in her stomach during her presentation., To be in a state of extreme tension or anxiety.  ■ "I'm so nervous, I've got a serious case of the cramps," he said, sweat pouring down his forehead.

decibel A unit of sound pressure measurement, characterized by a logarithmic relationship with the perceived loudness of the sound.  ■ I forgot to wear earplugs at the concert and now my ears are ringing like crazy! I'm going to need to invest in some high-quality decibel-blocking headphones if I want to be able to hear anything else for a while.

Hastened To do something in a great hurry, often because one is late or under pressure.  ■ "I hastened to finish my homework before my teacher arrived, but I still ended up with a B+. Guess I'm not as good at rushing as I thought!

hugging The act of wrapping one's arms around someone or something and applying pressure to it in a way that resembles an embrace.  ■ When my friend found out I was afraid of spiders, she gave me a big hugging and told me everything would be okay.

massaged To rub or knead with gentle pressure, in order to relax or soothe the muscles of a person or animal.  ■ "After a long day at work, John decided to treat himself to a massage. He closed his eyes and let the masseuse work her magic on him. When he opened his eyes again, he felt like a new person!

narrows A situation that becomes more and more difficult to handle, as if the walls are closing in.  ■ "As we got closer to the finish line, I could feel my nerves getting increasingly narrowed by the pressure of winning the race."

overstress An excessive amount of stress or pressure that causes someone to become overwhelmed and fall asleep.  ■ I tried to finish all my work in one day, but I think I overstressed myself and ended up taking a nap at my desk.

Paraphernalia A collection of unnecessary and often pretentious items, usually associated with a particular profession or social class.  ■ "The doctor's paraphernalia included a stethoscope, a blood pressure cuff, and a large leather-bound medical dictionary that he used to impress his patients."

reducing The act of making something smaller or less intense, usually by applying a reducing agent or using heat and pressure.  ■ "I always try to reduce the amount of sugar in my baked goods, but my friends never seem to notice."

suction The force by which an object is pulled or drawn into a space of lower pressure. A vacuum cleaner uses suction to clean floors.  ■ "I accidentally sucked my hair dry with the vacuum cleaner's suction, it was so embarrassing!"

systolic A type of heartbeat that is characterized by a series of high-pressure waves, followed by low-pressure waves. It is often described as feeling like the rhythmic pounding of a drum.  ■ "I don't know why I get so anxious before speaking in front of a group. Maybe it's because my heartbeat is always systolic."

Vented To let out a loud burst of air or gas in order to relieve pressure, especially from one's lungs.  ■John had been holding his breath for too long, so he finally vented and let out a big sigh of relief.

weakness A state of being unable to withstand a small amount of pressure or stress, often caused by an underlying medical condition.  ■ "My friend's weakness for chocolate is his downfall. Every time he sees a candy bar, he can't resist the temptation and ends up eating way too much."

welder A person who can weld, typically by joining two pieces of metal together with the use of heat and a welding torch., A person who is very skilled at making things happen or solving problems quickly, especially in high-pressure situations.  ■ "I'm not a welder, I just use a lot of welding torches to make my jokes come alive!

yields noun: a plant that produces fruit or nuts, or a tree that bears fruit  ■The apple tree in the backyard yields delicious apples every year., verb: to give up (something) voluntarily or as a result of pressure, especially in order to avoid conflict or harm  ■When she realized that her coworker had taken the last piece of candy, Jane reluctantly yielded and offered to share her own stash.