Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

In a statement cited by Russian state media, Russia's Roscosmos space agency said that while pressurizing the transfer chamber, known as PrK, a leak was recorded.

From Barron's • Jun. 5, 2026

This is a high-strength container used to store helium gas, which is critical for pressurizing the rocket’s propellant tanks and ensuring proper fuel flow to its engines.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 20, 2025

He said after the piping is expected to be repaired on Thursday night, workers will begin pressurizing the system, a process that could 24 to 36 hours.

From Seattle Times • Oct. 19, 2023

By pressurizing the vessel with methane, Johnson forced methane into the droplet, which caused a methane clathrate structure to form.

From Science Daily • Sep. 27, 2023

After pressurizing and sealing up leaks as I found them, I had a nice big balloon bulging out of the trailer.

From "The Martian" by Andy Weir