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to subdue
01
to bring something or someone under control, often using authority or force
02
to conquer or bring under control
03
to effectively take control in a situation
04
to bring something under control, typically through willpower or restraint
Example
The military intervention has successfully subdued the insurgency in the region.
The security forces swiftly subdued the riot with minimal casualties.
The police officer had to subdue the suspect during the altercation.
Ongoing efforts are currently underway to subdue the rebellion.
The government plans to use force if necessary to subdue any uprising.
