suppressing

verb

Meaning

To put an end to, especially with force, to crush, do away with; to prohibit, subdue.
To restrain or repress, such as laughter or an expression.
To exclude undesirable thoughts from one's mind.
To prevent publication.
To stop a flow or stream.
To forbid the use of evidence at trial because it is improper or was improperly obtained.
The act by which something is suppressed; a suppression.

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Related words

repress(English)subdue(English)inhibit(English)oppress(English)conquer(English)crush(English)curb(English)bottle up(English)rebellion(English)revolt(English)piracy(English)insurrection(English)

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