press down

language: en

definitions

  1. To apply downward force to flatten, compact, or move an object to a lower position.
    en: To apply downward force to flatten, compact, or move an object to a lower position.
  2. To suppress feelings, emotions, or opposition; to weigh heavily upon someone.
    en: To suppress feelings, emotions, or opposition; to weigh heavily upon someone.

examples

  1. She pressed down the soil firmly before planting.

    She pressed down the soil firmly before planting.

  2. He struggled to press down his anxiety during the interview.

    He struggled to press down his anxiety during the interview.