Also means
to put pressure on
Usage Note
Presionar is a regular -ar verb. It means to press a button (presionar el botón) and also to pressure someone into doing something (me presionaron para firmar). The noun presión (pressure) is the base, and the two words are used together frequently. Distinct from apretar (to squeeze or tighten), which implies more physical force or tightness.
Examples
"No me presiones para tomar una decisión."
Natural Translation
Don't pressure me into making a decision.

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