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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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Maria was repressing her excitement before the thrilling roller coaster ride.
They have been repressing information about the environmental impact of their products.
The professor was repressing a yawn during the lengthy academic lecture.
In the competitive environment, she will have repressed her disappointment after the loss.
The detective is repressing his suspicions until he gathers more evidence.

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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