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determine word meanings using context clues 1 - instruction - level d instead, a scientist holds a snake near a glass container. the scientist must press the snakes head. the scientist has learned to squeeze the snakes head just right, so that the snake opens its mouth. then the snake bites down on the container. as the snake bites, the venom squirts out of its fangs and into the container. a snake cannot produce much venom at one time. scientists milk many snakes each day to collect the venom they need. complete the chart. what does \press\ mean in this passage? word press clue squeeze meaning ? to carry carefully to examine closely to push in from both sides to smooth things down flat

Explanation:

The context clue "squeeze" indicates applying pressure from both sides. Among the options, "to push in from both sides" best matches this meaning.

Answer:

to push in from both sides