suppress

Example Sentences

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And even if they are technologically successful, they can only be successful financially if they suppress competition and the economy copes with macro disturbances well.

From Barron's • Apr. 7, 2026

Fire officials have requested additional resources, but were trying to suppress the flames with two air tankers, 23 fire engines, two helicopters and two bulldozers, a spokesperson said.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 2026

"We found that flies consuming caffeine at night were less able to suppress movement, displaying impulsive behaviors such as reckless flying despite these aversive conditions."

From Science Daily • Mar. 31, 2026

“The First Amendment draws a line, which the government may not cross, at efforts to use government power—including the power of the purse—‘to punish or suppress disfavored expression’ by others,” Moss said in the ruling.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 31, 2026

His fingers were unsteady; he was struggling, it seemed, to suppress emotions.

From "Americanah" by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie