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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

suppressing

/səˈprɛsɪŋ/ verb · British & US
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What does suppressing mean?

verb

To hold back or keep under control, especially by force or authority. To prevent or stop something from happening or being expressed.

Example

"The government was suppressing the news of the protests to avoid fueling public unrest."

Definition generated by AI and curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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