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In "The Odyssey," Penelope is pressured to remarry by the suitors who have taken over her home, believing Odysseus to be dead. They assert their claim to her hand due to his long absence and the uncertainty of his fate. Additionally, Telemachus, her son, faces societal expectations to ensure his family's legacy and may feel compelled to encourage her to remarry for practical reasons. Ultimately, Penelope's strong will and loyalty to Odysseus keep her from yielding to these pressures.

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