press for

phrasal verb

pressed for; pressing for; presses for

: to make a demand for (something)

Laborers are pressing for higher wages.

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Laing only confirmed the trip last week – after being pressed for details by the Union-Tribune. —

Jeff McDonald, San Diego Union-Tribune, 17 Feb. 2025 Concerns about the future of the ceasefire deal An official familiar with the details and not authorized to speak publicly told NPR that Israel is pressing for the release of additional hostages in the coming days. —

Kat Lonsdorf, NPR, 14 Feb. 2025 Cook in a panini press for 3 to 5 minutes, until the sandwiches are golden-brown and perfectly crisp. —

Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 Feb. 2025 While Dylan and Mark laugh along with her, Irving isn’t amused, repeatedly pressing for details about Helly’s OTC claims. —

Katcy Stephan, Variety, 7 Feb. 2025 See all Example Sentences for press for