press on
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The study shows that when abdominal muscles tighten, they press on blood vessels connected to the spinal cord and brain.
From Science Daily ● May 1, 2026
The reversal comes days after Pirro said publicly she intended to press on with the case.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Apr. 24, 2026
The White House had sent a notice to the press on Wednesday about her plans to make “a statement.”
From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 9, 2026
She had managed to press on to the semis only three times before, and never in Australia.
From Barron's ● Jan. 27, 2026
Watching her struggle inspired me to press on with my own challenges.
From "Proud" by Ibtihaj Muhammad
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