compressive
adjective
com·pres·sive
kəm-ˈpre-siv 
1
: of or relating to compression
2
: tending to compress
compressively
adverb
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A far cry from compressive running bottoms or sets made for HIIT classes, the pairs below are designed for lounging or chiller movements like stretching.
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Sarah Madaus, SELF, 21 June 2024
Look for compressive and lightweight styles that won’t ride up during your workout.
—Kiana Murden, Vogue, 16 June 2024
The thick, ribbed fabric is slightly compressive and super comfortable.
—Cai Cramer, Peoplemag, 14 June 2024
The material is slightly thicker than the Base Pace short, but still easy to move in and not overly compressive around the stomach.
—Meaghan Kenny, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 June 2024
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Sarah Madaus, SELF, 21 June 2024
Look for compressive and lightweight styles that won’t ride up during your workout.
—Kiana Murden, Vogue, 16 June 2024
The thick, ribbed fabric is slightly compressive and super comfortable.
—Cai Cramer, Peoplemag, 14 June 2024
The material is slightly thicker than the Base Pace short, but still easy to move in and not overly compressive around the stomach.
—Meaghan Kenny, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 June 2024
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“Compressive.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/compressive. Accessed 2 Jul. 2024.
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