squeeze out

Definitions

1. 1

   Used other than figuratively or idiomatically

   Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see squeeze, out.

   • Near-synonym: push out
   • Squeeze out some toothpaste and put it on your toothbrush.
   • She squeezed out another kid, apparently, since we last saw her. [derogatory, informal]
2. 2

   (sports) To force (a competitor) out of one of a limited number of winning positions by…

   (sports) To force (a competitor) out of one of a limited number of winning positions by taking over that position or a higher one.

   • Near-synonym: force out
   • I auditioned and I would have had the role, but I got squeezed out by a more experienced actor.
   • They came from nowhere to take over second place, squeezing out the previously eighth-place team.
3. 3

   (business) To oust (someone, especially shareholders).

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   1. 4

      To obtain (a difficult victory) in a competition.

      • Near-synonym: eke out
      • The team managed to squeeze out a win in the final minutes.
      • The team managed to squeeze it out.

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