subdue
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subdued;
subduing
subdues;
subdued;
subduing
Britannica Dictionary definition of SUBDUE
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1
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to get control of (a violent or dangerous person or group) by using force, punishment, etc.
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The troops were finally able to subdue the rebel forces after many days of fighting.
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He was injured while trying to subdue a violent drunk.
2
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to get control of (something, such as a strong emotion)
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She struggled to subdue her fears.
