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suppression

[suh-presh-uhn] / səˈprɛʃ ən /


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Birotte said he agreed with the defense attorneys that the failure to turn over discovery constituted a Brady violation, in which suppression of evidence favorable to the defense violates due process.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 2026

After confirming eligibility, participants underwent a dexamethasone suppression test.

From Science Daily • Mar. 30, 2026

Better land management, farming practices and suppression have tamed global fires.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 17, 2026

He said only one word when he appeared in court for the first time last month, answering "yeah" when asked if he had heard a discussion about an extension of different suppression orders.

From BBC • Mar. 9, 2026

I wonder if its social extrapolation is a major reason for attempts at its suppression.

From "Cosmos" by Carl Sagan