13 Usage Examples Depicting the Meaning of 'Oppress' in a Sentence
"To burden someone with cruel or unjust impositions or restraints; subjecting them to a harsh exercise of authority or power." more
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The superhero fought against the villain who wanted to oppress the city with fear.
The giant's shadow did not oppress the tiny flowers.
The cruel dictator used his power to oppress the rights and freedoms of the people in the country.
The soft pillow did not oppress the sleepy kitten.
The king sought to oppress the citizens by imposing heavy taxes on their meager earnings.
The dragon tried to oppress the villagers by demanding all their gold.
The strict laws will oppress freedom of expression in the country.
The sun's warmth did not oppress the children playing in the park.
The dragon tried to oppress the small village with its fiery breath.
The dragon threatened to oppress the peaceful village unless they gave him treasures.
Maria felt the teacher tried to oppress her creativity by always assigning the same homework.
The heavy rain began to oppress the flowers in the garden.
The evil queen tried to oppress the kind villagers in the fairy tale.
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