Squeeze up
verb
To move closer together in a limited space.
We all had to squeeze up on the bus so that more passengers could get on.
Often appears as...
- squeeze up together
- squeeze up a bit
Usage tips
Colloquial
verb
To compress or reduce in size by applying pressure or force.
He had to squeeze up the paper into a ball to fit it in the trash bin.
Often appears as...
- squeeze up paper
- squeeze up cloth
verb
To move closer together in a limited space.
We all had to squeeze up on the bus so that more passengers could get on.
Often appears as...
- squeeze up together
- squeeze up a bit
Usage tips
Colloquial
verb
To compress or reduce in size by applying pressure or force.
He had to squeeze up the paper into a ball to fit it in the trash bin.
Often appears as...
- squeeze up paper
- squeeze up cloth
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Physical Closeness
Used when people must compact themselves in a small space, often touching or overlapping.
Could you squeeze up a little so I can sit, too?
Pro Tip 2/3Limited Space
Implies space is so restricted that people must adjust their position to fit more in.
Everyone squeeze up—make room for one more!
Pro Tip 3/3Temporary Inconvenience
Suggests a brief and minor discomfort due to being closely packed with others.
We'll only need to squeeze up until the next stop.
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