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as in to stifle
to keep from being publicly known
the government tried to suppress the truth about that incident
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2
as in to swallow
to refrain from openly showing or uttering
he managed to suppress a scream at the sight of the dead mouse suppressed her anger
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as in to halt
to hold back the normal growth of
pruning helps suppress buds at the ends of developed branches and encourages new growth elsewhere
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as in to quell
to put a stop to (something) by the use of force
nothing could suppress the rising tide of protest against the dictator's latest injustices
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as in to conceal
to keep secret or shut off from view
the defense attorney is openly accusing the prosecutor of attempting to suppress vital evidence
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Recent Examples of suppress
The phenomenon occurs when high pressure lingers and traps warm air near the surface, while also suppressing clouds and precipitation.
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Bill Chappell, NPR, 24 June 2025
After October 7th, an online movement redefined the Israeli-Palestinian narrative, using social media to challenge corporate and political interests’ intent on suppressing the truth.
—Melanie Goodfellow, Deadline, 24 June 2025
This outdated mentality fosters two counterproductive patterns: emotional repression, in which individuals suppress feelings, and emotional reactivity, where feelings are expressed impulsively and without regulation.
—Andriana Eliadis, Forbes.com, 20 June 2025
Firefighters are working to suppress the fire, which is currently burning with a slow rate of spread.
—Ca Wildfire Bot, Sacbee.com, 20 June 2025
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Bill Chappell, NPR, 24 June 2025
After October 7th, an online movement redefined the Israeli-Palestinian narrative, using social media to challenge corporate and political interests’ intent on suppressing the truth.
—Melanie Goodfellow, Deadline, 24 June 2025
This outdated mentality fosters two counterproductive patterns: emotional repression, in which individuals suppress feelings, and emotional reactivity, where feelings are expressed impulsively and without regulation.
—Andriana Eliadis, Forbes.com, 20 June 2025
Firefighters are working to suppress the fire, which is currently burning with a slow rate of spread.
—Ca Wildfire Bot, Sacbee.com, 20 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for suppress
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Franchising does not need to stifle creativity, or be faceless and lacking in personality - in fact a strong and collaborative franchise network can be a fantastic melting pot of ideas to fuel innovation and growth which benefits both franchisor and franchisee.—
Fiona Simpson,
Forbes.com,
1 July 2025
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Detractors argue the current system enforces outdated policies, stifles institutional innovation, and advances a liberal agenda, often through mandates tied to DEI initiatives.—
Garrett Shanley,
Miami Herald,
26 June 2025
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Such a drastic income reduction would be a tough pill to swallow at a time of soaring inflation, rising housing and medical costs, and longer lifespans.—
Dan Doonan,
Forbes.com,
30 June 2025
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For more than a decade, scientists had been asserting that its wetlands were being swallowed by the ocean.—
Boyce Upholt,
Smithsonian Magazine,
25 June 2025
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However, Lucas’ poor first touch allows Caicedo to halt the attack.—
Ahmed Walid,
New York Times,
21 June 2025
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JetBlue Airways will halt service at Miami International Airport, the airline said on Saturday.—
Vinod Sreeharsha,
Miami Herald,
21 June 2025
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Los Angeles Police Chief Jim McDonnell defended his department’s handling of recent protests, saying officers acted appropriately to quell unrest — pushing back against criticism about aggressive crowd control tactics used during demonstrations against President Trump’s immigration crackdown.—
Libor Jany,
Los Angeles Times,
24 June 2025
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President Donald Trump just announced a ceasefire between the Middle Eastern countries—potentially quelling oil market fears of Iran’s plans to close the Strait of Hormuz, a critical waterway to global oil trade.—
Nino Paoli,
Fortune,
23 June 2025
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Iconic pin-up Jayne Mansfield has an affair in the midst of her separation from Mr. Universe Mickey Hargitay and conceals it from the world, returning to Hargitay, who welcomes the baby as his own and continues to raise when Mansfield tragically dies in a car accident at only 34 years old.—
Maureen Lee Lenker,
EW.com,
26 June 2025
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In France’s top division, Ligue 1, two high profile players were recently given bans for concealing the anti-homophobia badge on their club’s shirts.—
Hannah Ryan,
CNN Money,
27 June 2025
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Protesters marched in unison with the hundreds of Cubans who had been arrested, beaten up and censored for protesting openly on the island.—
Charles Rabin,
Miami Herald,
13 June 2025
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Iran heavily censors the media and the content its citizens consume.—
Shane Croucher
Hannah Parry,
MSNBC Newsweek,
13 June 2025
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President Xi and the Chinese government brutally repress free expression and commit countless human rights violations.—
Jovante Teague,
Sun Sentinel,
17 June 2025
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Trump is openly envious of oil-rich Gulf States and the leaders who luxuriate in opulent grandeur, while free to repress anyone in their countries who complains about all that.—
Chris Brennan,
USA Today,
16 May 2025
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Keep clear of puddles - Driving through puddles or low rainwater areas can cause vehicles to hydroplane or skid out of control Give ample space to large vehicles - Trucks or buses can create a water spray that diminishes visibility.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
26 June 2025
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Flagg won’t be the only rookie cashing in: Every first-round selection in this year’s draft is projected to earn a seven-figure salary, although each slot has a diminishing value.—
Danielle Chemtob,
Forbes.com,
26 June 2025
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“Suppress.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/suppress. Accessed 6 Jul. 2025.
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