Suppress
/səˈprɛs/
Definitions
- (v.) To forcibly put an end to or restrain an action, feeling, or expression.
The court ordered to suppress the illegally obtained evidence.
- (v.) To prevent the publication or revelation of information.
The government attempted to suppress the sensitive documents.
Forms
- suppresses
- suppressing
- suppressed
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Commentary
In legal contexts, 'suppress' often relates to evidence and the exclusion thereof to ensure fair trial standards.
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