| Front | subdue |
|---|---|
| Back | BrE /səbˈdjuː/NAmE /səbˈduː/verb (rather formal)1 ~ sb/sth to bring sb/sth under control, especially by using force defeatTroops were called in to subdue the rebels. 2 ~ sth to calm or control your feelings suppressJulia had to subdue an urge to stroke his hair. |
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