low-pressure
Americanadjective
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having or involving a low or below-normal pressure, as steam or water.
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without vigor or persistence; not forceful or aggressive.
a low-pressure campaign.
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quietly persuasive; subtle; indirect.
a low-pressure salesman.
adjective
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having, using, or involving a pressure below normal
a low-pressure gas
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relaxed or calm
Etymology
Origin of low-pressure
First recorded in 1820–30
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Example Sentences
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By Thursday, we return to a milder southwesterly wind which will be quite brisk in the northwest close to low pressure.
From BBC • May 4, 2026
Shutting down production abruptly can damage older oil fields, especially those with low pressure or fragile geology.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 28, 2026
Shutting production abruptly can damage older oil fields, especially those with low pressure or fragile geology.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 28, 2026
The swirling area of low pressure approaching the UK from the west, will become slow-moving, throwing bursts of wet weather across the country.
From BBC • Apr. 11, 2026
As the blood reached the site of the breach, the water in it quickly evaporated from the airflow and low pressure, leaving a gunky residue behind.
From "The Martian" by Andy Weir
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