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Definition pressed in British English

pressed adjective

adjective
/prest/
1

in a difficult situation because you do not have enough time, money, or other things that you need

Example

She said she could teach the French class if we were really pressed.

Example

There is no possibility of salary increases, especially when the company is pressed for cash.

Definition pressed in British English