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suppression

NounSuru VerbTransitive Verb

Definitions

1. oppression
2. suppression
3. Oppression

A noun and verb stem meaning the suppression or oppression of a group or movement, often by force or authority. It is typically used in political or historical contexts, such as describing a government cracking down on protesters.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

Isn't that news report basically justifying the government's crackdown?

Sentence 2

They insisted that "the oppression of protest activity is completely unfounded."

Sentence 3

According to reporting on the ground, the oppression of the student movement is intensifying.

Sentence 4

The manager cautioned, "Don't suppress the voices from the floor."

Sentence 5

He said, "Suppressing the opposition won't win you more support."