Many activists argued that the repressiveness of the new laws would crush dissent and silence public debate.

The regime acted repressively, cracking down on peaceful protests and censoring dissenting voices.

The government's repressive policies silenced dissent across the country.

Although his anger was strong, it remained repressible under the strict discipline of the monastery.

As a represser, she often tried to silence dissenting voices during meetings.

The repressers used intimidation and surveillance to break the movement's spirit.

She repressed the elevator button after it failed to register the first time.

She finally confronted her repressed memories after years of avoidance.

He repressed his memories of the accident for years.

If the dough begins to rise too quickly, you should repress it gently to remove air pockets.