telescoping 1 of 2

noun

as in condensing
the act or process of reducing the size or volume of something by or as if by pressing the telescoping of the season for movie awards into a couple of months

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telescoping

2 of 2

verb

present participle of telescope
as in compressing
to reduce in size or volume by or as if by pressing parts or members together for dramatic purposes, the film telescopes the years over which the events occurred into a few short months

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Recent Examples of telescoping
Noun
Upgrade your watering system with this nozzle set that features two multi-pattern nozzles and a 19- to 24-inch telescoping wand. — Olivia McIntosh, Martha Stewart, 23 Apr. 2026
Verb
Extend the telescoping handle fully to clean the entire surface. — Louise Parks, Martha Stewart, 27 July 2026 The suitcase is towed via a telescoping handle that can be locked at 13 different heights. — Ben Coxworth july 03, New Atlas, 3 July 2026 Each suitcase is equipped with smooth-rolling spinner wheels, a telescoping handle, and reinforced zippers. — Aashna Gheewalla, PEOPLE, 27 June 2026 The S'mores Company creates fun and easy s'mores supplies -- stainless steel telescoping roasting sticks with glow-in-the-dark designs, portable soy wax campfires and cooler caddies with organizer trays that keep ingredients organized. — ABC News, 15 June 2026 The typical version of the Stretch 4 includes a telescoping gripper that can retrieve a water bottle and hold it out for a person to drink through a straw. — Matt O’Brien, Los Angeles Times, 1 June 2026 The national team player posted images on Instagram showcasing the distinctive headphones, featuring large, flat earcups, unique tubular telescoping arms, and an all-new pale pink finish. — David Phelan, Forbes.com, 31 May 2026 The roly-poly robot named after a mythological many-eyed giant has depth-sensing cameras attached to 20 telescoping legs that radiate from a central core. — Allen Breed, Fortune, 28 May 2026 Argus features 20 modular, telescoping legs, each equipped with a depth camera, arranged radially around a central core. — Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 27 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for telescoping
  1. compression
  2. compressing
  3. squeezing
  4. condensing
  5. condensation
  6. squeeze
  7. contraction
  8. contracting
Noun
  • There’s no better space-saving hack than compression packing cubes.
    — Anna Popp, Travel + Leisure, 14 Aug. 2026
  • Nissan The upcoming US version of the Rogue utilizes a specialized variable-compression turbo engine designed to maintain peak electrical generation efficiency at high American highway speeds, aiming for a real-world rating somewhere over 40 mpg.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 13 Aug. 2026
Definition of compression
Verb
  • The same logic is compressing timelines across billing, genomic analysis and the biopharma pipeline.
    — Renu Navale, Forbes.com, 12 Aug. 2026
  • When force is applied, the pillar tilts toward the point of contact, compressing the corresponding chamber and pushing fluid through soft tubes to actuators.
    — Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 13 July 2026
Definition of compressing
Noun
  • So scientists use frequency-dependent squeezing to reduce quantum noise.
    — Ameya Paleja, Interesting Engineering, 22 May 2026
  • Maenpaa added that the physical act of squeezing creates a sensory anchor.
    — Samantha Agate, Charlotte Observer, 7 May 2026
Definition of squeezing
Verb
  • However, even before the cancelation, there was speculation that the LA Jazz Festival was in trouble after organizers quietly started condensing the fest’s events, which was initially supposed to run from August 7 to August 23.
    — Daniel Kreps, Rolling Stone, 9 Aug. 2026
  • There are many ways to get powerful Pals in Palworld, whether that’s condensing them for extra stars or a whole, whole lot of RNG breeding.
    — Paul Tassi, Forbes.com, 27 July 2026
Definition of condensing
Noun
  • Sometimes holding a dispenser over a steaming hot beverage can cause condensation to form around the pouring spout.
    — BestReviews, Chicago Tribune, 3 Aug. 2026
  • While some leaks like A/C condensation are normal, others such as fuel or brake fluid leaks are dangerous and require immediate attention.
    — Keith Laing, USA Today, 31 July 2026
Definition of condensation
Noun
  • Siri then scored on Denzer Guzman's safety squeeze, beating reliever Peyton Gray's flip home with a headfirst slide for a 3-2 lead.
    — CBS News, CBS News, 13 Aug. 2026
  • Siri then scored on Denzer Guzman’s safety squeeze, beating reliever Peyton Gray’s flip home with a headfirst slide for a 3-2 lead.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 13 Aug. 2026
Definition of squeeze
Noun
  • At a moment when the industry is redefining its future, inclusion can be part of the solution, not a casualty of contraction.
    — Angelique Jackson, Variety, 13 Aug. 2026
  • That contraction has compressed the planet’s crust, producing enormous cliffs and ridges known as lobate scarps.
    — Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 11 Aug. 2026
Definition of contraction
Noun
  • Second District Supervisor Sarmiento said the audit continues to expose problems in the county’s contracting processes.
    — Tony Saavedra, Oc Register, 12 Aug. 2026
  • Critics may reasonably ask whether a procurement preference could increase the state’s contracting costs.
    — David I. Levine, Mercury News, 12 Aug. 2026
Definition of contracting

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