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subdue

verb

/səbˈdjuː/

Meaning

To bring under control, especially by force; to overcome or quiet.

The army was able to subdue the rebellion quickly.

subdue one’s emotions

conquer, suppress, overcome, defeat, control

encourage, release, surrender

subdue anger, subdue rebellion, subdue emotions

to perceive the odor of something through the nose

To treat someone cruelly or unfairly.

To take legal possession of assets until a debt is paid or disputes are resolved.

to cross or pass through each other

to treat a sacred place or object with disrespect or violation

To search widely for food or provisions.