press down

language: zh

definitions

  1. To apply downward force to flatten, compact, or move an object to a lower position.
    zh: 向下按压; 压实物体
  2. To suppress feelings, emotions, or opposition; to weigh heavily upon someone.
    zh: 压抑情感; 使倍感压力

examples

  1. She pressed down the soil firmly before planting.

    种植前她用力压实了土壤。

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

    面试期间他努力压抑焦虑。