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4 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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Tommy has to repress the urge to touch the artwork in the museum.
The little girl struggles to repress her excitement before opening her birthday presents.
The teacher helps the students learn to repress their impatience while waiting in line.
He tries to repress his giggles during the funny puppet show.

Repress

ri-pres
verbTo keep desires, feelings, actions, tears, etc., under control, check, or suppress.
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Last Updated On: June 18, 2024
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