5 Usage Examples Depicting the Meaning of 'Repress' in a Sentence
"To keep desires, feelings, actions, tears, etc., under control, check, or suppress." more
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The detective repressed a smile upon solving the complex mystery.
He repressed a shiver as the icy wind swept through the open window.
Despite her sadness, she repressed the urge to cry in public.
The government often repressed dissenting voices during times of political unrest.
The strict teacher repressed any signs of unruly behavior in the classroom.
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