The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 9 letter word SQUEEZING
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What does SQUEEZING mean?
SQUEEZING verb- To apply pressure to from two or more sides at once.
- To embrace closely; to give a tight hug to.
- To fit into a tight place.
- To remove something with difficulty, or apparent difficulty.
- To put in a difficult position by presenting two or more choices.
- To oppress with hardships, burdens, or taxes; to harass.
- To attempt to score a runner from third by bunting.
- The act of pressing; compression.
- (chiefly in the plural) That which is forced out by pressure; dregs.