Meaning of the word "wring out" in English
What does "wring out" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
wring out
US /rɪŋ aʊt/
UK /rɪŋ aʊt/
Phrasal Verb
1.
to twist or squeeze something to remove water or liquid from it
Example:
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She had to wring out the wet towel before hanging it to dry.
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Can you help me wring out these clothes?
2.
to obtain something with difficulty or effort, often money or information
Example:
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It was hard to wring out any information from him about the project.
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The company tried to wring out every last penny from its customers.
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