repressing

[US]/[rɪˈprɛsɪŋ]/
[UK]/[rɪˈprɛsɪŋ]/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

v.To hold back or restrain; to subdue.; To force something down or back into a particular position.; To keep down by force or authority.
adj.Being held back or restrained.
v. (psychology)To consciously or unconsciously bury in the unconscious.

Phrases & Collocations

repressing emotions

repressing dissent

repressing memories

repressing impulses

repressed anger

repressed desire

repressed feelings

repressing behavior

repressing instincts

repressed state

Example Sentences

the government is repressing dissent through strict censorship laws.

she felt her emotions, repressing tears to maintain composure.

the dictator's regime was known for repressing freedom of speech.

he was repressing anger, but it was clear he was frustrated.

the company is repressing innovation by discouraging new ideas.

the army was repressing the protests with excessive force.

the system is repressing creativity, favoring conformity above all.

they accused the authorities of repressing minority rights.

the artist was repressing his true feelings in his paintings.

the police are repressing public gatherings without a permit.

the trauma caused her to repress memories of the accident.

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