Despite moments of relief, the oppressivenesses of the old regime and the new bureaucracy weighed heavily on the citizens' spirits.

Despite their proud culture, the minority remained oppressible under the authoritarian regime.

When the discussion turned to who suffered more, it quickly escalated into the Oppression Olympics.

Many activists adopt the proverb silence is oppression to urge communities to confront injustice.

The oppressional policies of the regime silenced all dissent, leaving citizens fearful to speak.

The protesters rallied to denounce the government's oppressionism and demand justice.

The committee expelled the oppressionist whose policies systematically silenced minority voices.

The regime's oppressionist policies silenced dissent and deepened the public's fear.

The oppressionists tightened their grip on the region, silencing any dissent with brutal efficiency.