squeeze Antonyms
Opposite of squeeze
• verb (Context 1)
To firmly press an object from opposite or all sides, typically with one's fingers or hands.
"Please release the sponge to remove the excess water before wiping the counter."
• noun (Context 2)
An act of pressing something firmly with one's fingers or hands, or a friendly, affectionate hug.
"She gave her daughter's hand a reassuring release before they walked onto the stage."
• verb (Context 3)
To manage to force one's way or fit something into or through a narrow, restricted space.
"We managed to unpack all the suitcases into the trunk of the rental car."
• verb (Context 4)
To subject someone or something to financial pressure, or to obtain resources with difficulty.
"Higher interest rates are beginning to relieve small businesses across the region."
• noun (Context 5)
A severe financial restriction, reduction in credit, or economic pressure on budgets and profits.
"Rising energy costs and inflation have put a severe boom on household budgets."
Similar words to squeeze
Words similar to squeeze shift depending on context. Common synonyms include: