as in restraint
the checking of one's true feelings and impulses when dealing with others
psychologists talking about the repression of anger and how it affects one's health
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Recent Examples of repression
One of Reichardt’s greatest inspirations is to create a texture of political conflict involving the Vietnam War and its manifestations in American society—news reports, marches and protests, voices of reaction, police repression—and to integrate into the story as inescapable elements of daily life.
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Richard Brody, New Yorker, 15 Oct. 2025
Felipe said Machado’s insistence on peaceful resistance, even amid brutal repression, distinguished her from other political figures.
—Antonio María Delgado, Miami Herald, 13 Oct. 2025
Made as Brazil’s dictatorship was losing its grip, these films confronted repression indirectly, turning sensuality into an act of defiance.
—Lise Pedersen, Variety, 12 Oct. 2025
But elections could act as a lightning rod for frustration over political repression to tip over into unrest.
—semafor.com, 10 Oct. 2025
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Richard Brody, New Yorker, 15 Oct. 2025
Felipe said Machado’s insistence on peaceful resistance, even amid brutal repression, distinguished her from other political figures.
—Antonio María Delgado, Miami Herald, 13 Oct. 2025
Made as Brazil’s dictatorship was losing its grip, these films confronted repression indirectly, turning sensuality into an act of defiance.
—Lise Pedersen, Variety, 12 Oct. 2025
But elections could act as a lightning rod for frustration over political repression to tip over into unrest.
—semafor.com, 10 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for repression
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While objecting to restraints, Robinson’s attorneys agree with the sheriff that the court should limit or ban video and photographic coverage of proceedings.—
Stepheny Price , Melissa Chrise,
FOXNews.com,
24 Oct. 2025
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To complement the architecture’s rigor, the current owners turned to designer André Mellone of Studio Mellone, known for his elegant restraint and understanding of proportion.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
24 Oct. 2025
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The situation could result in potential discipline for the Ravens, ranging from fines or loss of draft picks to possible suspensions if the NFL determines a serious violation occurred.—
Cole Sullivan,
MSNBC Newsweek,
28 Oct. 2025
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Her take on ballet barre classes blend the discipline with Pilates and yoga principles, and is designed to develop a strong, muscular physique while strengthening the core with balance, grounding and breathing techniques.—
Sandra Salibian,
Footwear News,
28 Oct. 2025
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But as history keeps telling us, from Afghanistan outwards to the West and East, the suppression of women isn’t going away any time soon.—
Damon Wise,
Deadline,
21 Oct. 2025
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Bolton’s team is likely to seek dismissal or suppression of materials, arguing political motivation and lack of intent, while the Justice Department pushes to protect classified details.—
Robert Alexander,
MSNBC Newsweek,
17 Oct. 2025
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The key is to relax, let go of your inhibitions, and just have fun.—
Kimberly Zapata,
Parents,
17 Oct. 2025
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On-demand male contraception via acute inhibition of soluble adenylyl cyclase.—
Hannah Millington,
MSNBC Newsweek,
13 Oct. 2025
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“Repression.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/repression. Accessed 29 Oct. 2025.
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