compression
noun
the act of compressing.
compressions
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pluralof compression.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Example Sentences
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"When I started the chest compressions, it began moving its legs. The more it moved, the more I kept going," he said.
From Barron's ● Feb. 26, 2026
Responders tried to resuscitate her with chest compressions and transferred her to a hospital, according to the report.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jan. 16, 2026
While Anaya hooked up her AED machine to the coach, Murray continued chest compressions.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 24, 2025
This can be "hands-only" CPR to deliver timely chest compressions to get blood pumping.
From BBC ● Aug. 12, 2025
Rashid stopped the compressions and leaned down to put his fingers on her neck.
From "Time Bomb" by Joelle Charbonneau
