Subdue

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VERB

repress, quash, keep down, subjugate, reduce

put down by force or intimidation

suppress, stamp down, conquer

bring under control by force or authority

mortify, crucify

hold within limits and control

overcome, get over, surmount, master

get on top of

make subordinate, dependent, or subservient

correct by punishment or discipline

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