squeeze out

verb

1. Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see squeeze, out.

   “Near-synonym: push out”

   “Squeeze out some toothpaste and put it on your toothbrush.”

2. (sports) To force (a competitor) out of one of a limited number of winning positions by taking over that position or a higher one.

   “Near-synonym: force out”

   “I auditioned and I would have had the role, but I got squeezed out by a more experienced actor.”

3. (business) To oust (someone, especially shareholders).
4. To obtain (a difficult victory) in a competition.

   “Near-synonym: eke out”

   “The team managed to squeeze out a win in the final minutes.”