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[ adjective ] characterized by oppressive heat and humidity
Synonyms Examples "the summer was sultry and oppressive" "the stifling atmosphere" "the sulfurous atmosphere preceding a thunderstorm" |
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[ noun ] forceful prevention; putting down by power or authority
Synonyms Examples "the suppression of heresy" "the quelling of the rebellion" "the stifling of all dissent" |
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