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turn up the pres·sure

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  1. turn up the heat, turn up the pressureverb

    apply great or increased pressure

    "The Democrats turned up the heat on their candidate to concede the election"

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  1. turn up the pressure

    "Turn up the pressure" is a phrase mainly used figuratively to mean increasing the intensity, stress, demands, or urgency in a situation. It often involves pushing someone to work harder, respond swiftly, or improve performance. It may also refer to escalating the significance, stakes, or consequences related to a particular circumstance or event. In a literal sense, like in cooking or mechanics, it may denote increasing the level of physical pressure.

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  1. Chaldean Numerology

    The numerical value of turn up the pressure in Chaldean Numerology is: 7

  2. Pythagorean Numerology

    The numerical value of turn up the pressure in Pythagorean Numerology is: 3


Translations for turn up the pressure

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  • augmenter la pressionFrench
  • Увеличивать давлениеRussian

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