(of a button on a device or machine) To press down on
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(of a button on a device or machine) To press down on
“As the hurricane approached, the strong winds began to bear down on the coast, causing trees to sway and press down on rooftops.”
To move directly towards someone or something in a purposeful or intimidating manner
“Alone or in clusters, attackers bear down on him at breakneck speed, their razor-sharp blades ripping into the white ice.”
To draw near a specified destination
To come close in quantity or quality
To put a damper on one's mood or enthusiasm
To place a heavy weight, load or burden on
To concentrate or direct one's view or attention onto something
To forcefully or violently subdue (opposition or a rebellion)
To compel or demand using force or bullying tactics
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