compact (v)
compress (v)
constrict (v)
contract (v)
press (v)
squeeze (v)

Definition: squeeze or press together
Example: she compressed her lips. the spasm contracted the muscle.

press (v)

Definition: exert pressure or force to or upon
Example: He pressed down on the boards. press your thumb on this spot.

burn (v)
combust (v)

Definition: cause to burn or combust
Example: The sun burned off the fog. We combust coal and other fossil fuels.

burn (v)
cauterise (v)
cauterize (v)

Definition: burn, sear, or freeze (tissue) using a hot iron or electric current or a caustic agent
Example: The surgeon cauterized the wart.

exhort (v)
press (v)
urge (v)
urge on (v)

Definition: force or impel in an indicated direction
Example: I urged him to finish his studies.