1. to apply increased pressure or force by compressing something between the fingers, hands, or other surfaces
She asked him to squeeze tighter so the juice would come out of the lemon.
Ela pediu para ele apertar mais para sair o suco do limão.
2. to embrace or hold someone with increased force or intensity
He squeezed tighter when she tried to pull away from the hug.
Ele apertou mais quando ela tentou se afastar do abraço.
3. to increase pressure or intensity in a difficult situation
The company had to squeeze tighter on expenses due to the recession.
A empresa teve que apertar mais as despesas devido à recessão.