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repressing

Speech parts

1. repressing - Noun

2. repressing - Verb

3. repressing - Adjective Satellite

Meaning

restrictive of action

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a repressive regime Source: Internet

an overly strict and inhibitory discipline Source: Internet

Beta-catenin acts as a co-factor that alters the activity of the transcription factor tcf-3 from repressing to activating, which initiates the synthesis of gene products critical for mesoderm differentiation and gastrulation. Source: Internet

And the challenge with playing Nick, because he gives very little away, is always figuring out how to play someone who’s repressing emotion, without repressing his emotions from the audience. Source: Internet

The individual Japanese soldier’s whole outlook and attitude toward life was influenced by his home life, his schooling, his particular social environment with its innumerable repressing conventions, and his military training. Source: Internet

Is her mind repressing details that may be too painful to face? Source: Internet

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