Often relates to manually extracting something by compressing.

Physical action

Used when actually wringing liquid from an object or substance.

Literal meaning

Implies getting all possible content or liquid from an item.

Can mean to get information or resources by persistence, not only pressure.

Used to describe obtaining something that's not easy to give or share.

Could carry a sense of difficulty or reluctance in the act.

Suggests pushing someone out by being better or more aggressive.

Shows the effect of competitive forces in various situations.