compressive
adjective
com·pres·sive
kəm-ˈpre-siv 
1
: of or relating to compression
2
: tending to compress
compressively
adverb
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Andie Swim The Crete Bikini Shop Designed to support those with larger busts, this bikini top from Andie Swim’s summer collection has adjustable straps, removable soft cups, and compressive fabric to help lift and sculpt.
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Nicol Natale, People.com, 16 May 2025
Plus, the compressive forces of water—known as hydrostatic pressure—can bring other benefits, too.
—Kristen Fischer, Health, 9 Apr. 2025
Chondroitin interacts with cartilage-producing cells (chondrocytes) to regulate cartilage breakdown and repair, keeping cartilage hydrated, elastic, and able to withstand compressive force.
—Elizabeth Barnes, Verywell Health, 31 Mar. 2025
Meanwhile, its compressive fabric and elastic band create a close fit (that's pretty flattering too, thanks to the scoop neckline and shaping cups).
—Alexis Berger, SELF, 2 May 2025
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Nicol Natale, People.com, 16 May 2025
Plus, the compressive forces of water—known as hydrostatic pressure—can bring other benefits, too.
—Kristen Fischer, Health, 9 Apr. 2025
Chondroitin interacts with cartilage-producing cells (chondrocytes) to regulate cartilage breakdown and repair, keeping cartilage hydrated, elastic, and able to withstand compressive force.
—Elizabeth Barnes, Verywell Health, 31 Mar. 2025
Meanwhile, its compressive fabric and elastic band create a close fit (that's pretty flattering too, thanks to the scoop neckline and shaping cups).
—Alexis Berger, SELF, 2 May 2025
See All Example Sentences for compressive
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“Compressive.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/compressive. Accessed 30 May. 2025.
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