suppress

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"We have observed in earlier studies that visual processes in the brain are suppressed by this receptor," says Callum White, first author of the study.

From Science Daily

Puberty blockers - which suppress the hormones that cause puberty - are often prescribed to children questioning their gender as a way of stopping physical changes such as breast development or facial hair.

From BBC

Inventory remains suppressed in large part because the vehicle production shortages of 2020-22 reduced the number of off-lease vehicles returning to dealer lots.

From MarketWatch

Antitrust law exists to protect consumers from firms that suppress competition, inflate prices or restrict access to goods and services.

From The Wall Street Journal

Tarrant's lawyers, whose names are suppressed for security reasons, said his prison conditions were unlike anything else in the system.

From Barron's