9 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 rigid traditions have oppressed individual expression in the community.
The strict rules have oppressed creativity within the organization.
Many nations have oppressed their citizens throughout history.
Social inequality has oppressed marginalized communities for generations.
The authoritarian regime has oppressed freedom of speech in the country.
The landlord has oppressed tenants by imposing unfair rent increases.
The weight of financial debt has oppressed the family for years.
The powerful corporation has oppressed small businesses in the industry.
The educational system has oppressed students with outdated teaching methods.
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