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to oppress
01
opprimer, soumettre
to unfairly control or harm someone through unjust use of power or authority
Transitive: to oppress sb
Example
The authoritarian regime oppressed its citizens by restricting their freedoms and brutally suppressing dissent.
Le régime autoritaire a soumis ses citoyens en restreignant leurs libertés et en réprimant brutalement la dissidence.
The dictator oppressed the population, denying them basic rights and freedoms.
Le dictateur a opprimé la population, leur niant des droits et des libertés fondamentaux.
02
opprimer, troubler
to cause someone to feel heavy emotional or mental strain, distress, or anxiety
Transitive: to oppress a person or their mind
Example
The constant criticism from her peers oppressed her, leaving her feeling worthless.
Les critiques constantes de ses pairs l'ont opprimée, la laissant se sentir sans valeur.
His harsh words oppressed her spirit, making it hard for her to stay motivated.
Ses mots durs ont troublé son esprit, rendant difficile pour elle de rester motivée.
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