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low-pres·sure

(lō′prĕsh′ər)
adj.
1. Having, working under, or exerting little pressure.
2. Relaxed in attitude, nature, or style; easygoing: a low-pressure lifestyle; a low-pressure personality.
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low-pressure

adj
1. (General Physics) having, using, or involving a pressure below normal: a low-pressure gas.
2. relaxed or calm
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low′-pres′sure



adj.
1. having, involving, or operating under a low or below normal pressure.
2. relaxed; easygoing.
[1820–30]
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ThesaurusAntonymsRelated WordsSynonymsLegend:
Adj. 1. low-pressure - not forceful; "a low-pressure salesman"; "a low-pressure campaign"
nonaggressive, unaggressive - not aggressive; not given to fighting or assertiveness
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low-pressure

[ˈləʊˈpreʃəʳ] ADJ → de baja presión
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