squeeze out

In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.

Sense 1

Meaning · English

Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see squeeze, out.

Where it’s used: Used American English

Examples

Near-synonym: push out

Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).

Sense 2

Meaning · English

(sports) To force (a competitor) out of one of a limited number of winning positions by taking over that position or a higher one.

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).

Sense 3

Meaning · English

(business) To oust (someone, especially shareholders).

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).

Common questions

What does “squeeze out” mean?

Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see squeeze, out.

Is “squeeze out” formal or informal?

No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.