pressures
n. C / Un. the difficult feelings or demands you face when you have too much to do or deal with. You often feel these when work, school, or family life becomes very busy.
n. the continuous physical or mental stress resulting from demanding circumstances or expectations. Often used in the plural to describe the cumulative effect of multiple external requirements.
The pressures of work are making him feel very tired.
Many students struggle with the pressures of final exams and the need to find a job simultaneously.
Economic pressures often force small business owners to prioritize immediate survival over long-term sustainability, leading to a cycle of reactive decision-making.
Commonly used in the plural when referring to social or professional demands; the singular form often refers to physical force.
the pressure of the exams are highthe pressures of the exams are highWhen referring to multiple different sources of stress or demands, the plural form 'pressures' is required for subject-verb agreement.