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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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He has repressed the desire to quit his job.
Sarah had to repress her curiosity and wait for the surprise gift.
He has repressed his anger for too long.
The captain is repressing his fear as the storm hits the ship.
He had to repress the urge to eat the delicious chocolate until after dinner.

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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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