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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

repressing

/riːˈprɛsɪŋ/ verb · British & US
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What does repressing mean?

verb

To suppress or restrain (something, especially a feeling or an activity) by force or authority. To keep (something) from being expressed or shown.

Example

"The government was accused of repressing dissenting voices during the protests."

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