to oppress
01
förtrycka, kuva
to unfairly control or harm someone through unjust use of power or authority
Transitive: to oppress sb
Exempel
The tyrannical ruler oppressed his subjects, ruling with an iron fist and silencing any form of dissent.
Den tyranniska härskaren förtryckte sina undersåtar, styrde med järnhand och tystade alla former av motstånd.
02
förtrycka, tynga
to cause someone to feel heavy emotional or mental strain, distress, or anxiety
Transitive: to oppress a person or their mind
Exempel
The constant worries about the future oppressed her, stealing her ability to enjoy the present.
De ständiga oroligheterna om framtiden förtryckte henne och stal hennes förmåga att njuta av nuet.
Lexikalt Träd
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