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Term: Surpressing

Part of Speech: Verb

Sense 1:

Definition: To prevent the dissemination, expression, or release of something.

Example sentence: The government tried to surpress the news of the scandal.

Sense 2:

Definition: To forcefully put an end to something.

Example sentence: The police managed to surpress the protests before they turned violent.

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sense 1:

Definition: Popular or well-known.

Example sentence: The surpressing musician had a large following of fans.

Part of Speech: Noun

Sense 1:

Definition: A local party or celebration.

Example sentence: The surpressing held annually in the village is a highlight of the town's culture.