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The act of subjugating or bringing something under one's control
“The prevailing position resorted to either biological or sociological arguments to justify the subduing of indigenes.”
The action of suppressing or putting an end to an activity
Violent or forcible action used to coerce someone into doing something against their will
Prolonged cruel or unjust treatment, especially through the exercise of authority
Great embarrassment and shame
That serves to suppress
Being victorious, typically as revenge for a previous defeat
“This motivated them all the more to attain power in order to subdue their opponents by violent measures.”
Present participle for to overcome or bring under control
“With great effort, the man managed to subdue his urge to laugh.”
Present participle for to soothe or pacify
“He had to subdue his rage, allow his fear to subside, and suppress his disgust with his conscious will.”
Present participle for to forcibly put an end to
Present participle for to reduce the intensity or severity of
Present participle for to calm or lull one who is distraught, emotional or excited
Present participle for to intimidate, subdue, or control by awe
Present participle for to injure a person's dignity and self-respect
Present participle for to hold or engage the attention of
Present participle for to tame (an animal) and keep it as a pet or on a farm
Present participle for to discourage someone by removing their enthusiasm or courage
Present participle for to attempt to persuade without being obvious about it, by understating a position so the listener takes the good points as obvious
Present participle for to weaken an armed opposition, such as a military or army
Present participle for to cause (someone or something) to undergo a particular experience
Present participle for to neutralize or cancel by exerting an opposite and equal force
Present participle for to submit or surrender to the will or demands of others
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