Pronunciation: /ˈprɛʃər pɔɪnt/
noun a point on the body where pressure can be applied to relieve pain or discomfort
A1 Pressing on the pressure point on your hand can help relieve headaches.
A2 She learned how to apply pressure to the pressure point on her foot for relaxation.
B1 Acupressure focuses on stimulating specific pressure points to alleviate pain and stress.
B2 The masseuse targeted the pressure points along the client's back to release tension.
C1 Practitioners of traditional Chinese medicine believe in the power of pressure points to balance the body's energy.
C2 The martial artist expertly struck his opponent's pressure points, causing temporary paralysis.
formal In acupressure, the pressure point located between the thumb and index finger is believed to alleviate headaches.
informal If you're feeling stressed, try pressing on the pressure point in the middle of your palm.
slang I swear by this trick - just press on the pressure point behind your ear to relieve tension.
figurative During negotiations, bringing up certain topics can act as a pressure point to sway the outcome in your favor.
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