wring out
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Sense 1
To squeeze (wet clothing or cloth), either by twisting with one's hands, or by passing it through a wringer, to remove the water.
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Sense 2
To force someone to give (something), usually truth, or money.
Ép buộc ai đó phải giao (điều gì đó), thường là sự thật hoặc tiền
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Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Sense 3
To push (an aircraft) to its performance limits; to push the envelope.
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “wring out” mean?
To squeeze (wet clothing or cloth), either by twisting with one's hands, or by passing it through a wringer, to remove the water.
Is “wring out” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.