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as in covers (up)
to keep from being publicly known
the government tried to suppress the truth about that incident
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as in stifles
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 halts
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 quells
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 conceals
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 suppresses
Cardboard suppresses weeds, enriches soil, and is useful for new garden beds as sheet mulching or a base layer.
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Lauren Landers,
Better Homes & Gardens,
18 June 2026
There is no reason to think that the money will flow to schools and hospitals or provide any benefit to the Iranian people that the regime still suppresses.
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Daniel B. Shapiro,
The Atlantic,
17 June 2026
The pattern often suppresses Atlantic hurricanes while energizing storms in the eastern Pacific, shifting where tropical cyclone risks are highest.
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Brandi D. Addison,
USA Today,
15 June 2026
Cycle syncing also doesn’t translate cleanly for women on hormonal birth control, which suppresses the natural cycle, or for those in perimenopause, when phases become irregular.
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Allison Palmer
updated June 13,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
13 June 2026
As a central nervous system depressant, alcohol suppresses the already-fragile neuromuscular tone of the pharyngeal dilators, pushing a vulnerable airway closer to collapse.
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Scott Travers,
Forbes.com,
31 May 2026
The low-growing height also suppresses weeds and conserves soil moisture, which benefits the green beans’ growth.
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Wendy Rose Gould,
Martha Stewart,
27 May 2026
Pregnancy suppresses the immune system, and dozens of pregnant women or women who had recently given birth died from COVID in California.
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Ariane Lange,
Sacbee.com,
23 May 2026
This suppresses weeds naturally, improves soil structure and moisture retention, breaks down over time, and feeds the soil.
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David Beaulieu,
The Spruce,
21 May 2026
Lauren Landers,
Better Homes & Gardens,
18 June 2026
There is no reason to think that the money will flow to schools and hospitals or provide any benefit to the Iranian people that the regime still suppresses.
—
Daniel B. Shapiro,
The Atlantic,
17 June 2026
The pattern often suppresses Atlantic hurricanes while energizing storms in the eastern Pacific, shifting where tropical cyclone risks are highest.
—
Brandi D. Addison,
USA Today,
15 June 2026
Cycle syncing also doesn’t translate cleanly for women on hormonal birth control, which suppresses the natural cycle, or for those in perimenopause, when phases become irregular.
—
Allison Palmer
updated June 13,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
13 June 2026
As a central nervous system depressant, alcohol suppresses the already-fragile neuromuscular tone of the pharyngeal dilators, pushing a vulnerable airway closer to collapse.
—
Scott Travers,
Forbes.com,
31 May 2026
The low-growing height also suppresses weeds and conserves soil moisture, which benefits the green beans’ growth.
—
Wendy Rose Gould,
Martha Stewart,
27 May 2026
Pregnancy suppresses the immune system, and dozens of pregnant women or women who had recently given birth died from COVID in California.
—
Ariane Lange,
Sacbee.com,
23 May 2026
This suppresses weeds naturally, improves soil structure and moisture retention, breaks down over time, and feeds the soil.
—
David Beaulieu,
The Spruce,
21 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for suppresses
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Micromanagement stifles creativity, motivation, and productivity.
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That stifles competition at home and, with China’s dependence on global consumption, raises concerns about dumping and deflation abroad.
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Typically, bees stop laying eggs during the winter, or at least slow down activity, which represses mite activity.
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The portrait of a woman who represses and conceals a rape struck a chord as the #MeToo movement took off and put Trobisch on the map.
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The findings indicate that bird-watching and similar hobbies may support overall brain health, though researchers stop short of saying the activity definitively halts cognitive decline.
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The findings do not definitively prove that birding halts cognitive decline, but the evidence is promising.
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One way Recover quells concerns is through proof-of-concept collections with supply chain partners.
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While the presumption was always that Messi would renew with the Herons, the news quells any lingering anxiety.
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Mark Lee takes on the role of Long, a powerful crime boss whose calm demeanor conceals a dangerous and unpredictable nature.
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The wardrobe conceals a kettle, drinks and snacks plus minibar, robes and the bang-on-trend bonus of a straw basket, to use during your stay.
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An immersive spa day, from signature massages to holistic sessions, silences the noise.
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That America kills children abroad and silences criticism at home.
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In an ideal world, Blueger lines up as the middleman of an energetic fourth line that swallows up defensive-zone draws.
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Dark wood furniture swallows light and takes up floor space in hallways.
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Give ample space to large vehicles - Trucks or buses can create a water spray that diminishes visibility.
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This greatly diminishes their taste and texture.
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“Suppresses.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/suppresses. Accessed 27 Jun. 2026.
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