1
as in to oppress
to make sad
the thought of once again failing the bar exam depressed me
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2
as in to throw
to cause to fall intentionally or unintentionally
construction workers depressed the roadbed in order to make way for an overpass
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as in to reduce
to diminish the price or value of
the glut of wheat on the market has depressed that commodity for most of the past year
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as in to press
to push steadily against with some force
depressed the lever to start the machine
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Recent Examples of depress
Ken Rosenthal’s story on Baltimore’s lack of response after losing Corbin Burnes was intriguing (and depressing for Orioles fans).
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Chris Branch, New York Times, 10 Apr. 2025
In 2025 and 2026, this trend might decelerate, though, with a potentially looming recession that could further depress the demand for luxury watches.
—Stéphane Jg Girod, Forbes.com, 9 Apr. 2025
Such levies raise the cost of many essential items, leading to higher prices for American households; depress economic growth; and could even trigger a recession.
—Alain Sherter, CBS News, 9 Apr. 2025
In fact, his economic system is geared to depressing consumer sentiment.
—Gordon G. Chang, MSNBC Newsweek, 7 Apr. 2025
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Chris Branch, New York Times, 10 Apr. 2025
In 2025 and 2026, this trend might decelerate, though, with a potentially looming recession that could further depress the demand for luxury watches.
—Stéphane Jg Girod, Forbes.com, 9 Apr. 2025
Such levies raise the cost of many essential items, leading to higher prices for American households; depress economic growth; and could even trigger a recession.
—Alain Sherter, CBS News, 9 Apr. 2025
In fact, his economic system is geared to depressing consumer sentiment.
—Gordon G. Chang, MSNBC Newsweek, 7 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for depress
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Lopakhin and Varya are pushed together throughout the play, but poor Varya, also born working class, will never be able to break through the part of Lopakhin that still idolizes the very nobility that oppressed his family for generations.—
Sara Holdren,
Vulture,
4 Apr. 2025
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The trial for Morteza Amiri and Devon Wenger will test the government’s contention that the two men used the power of their badges to intimidate, injure and oppress the people of the city they were supposed to serve.—
Nate Gartrell,
The Mercury News,
3 Mar. 2025
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Several viral videos have captured audiences of the blockbuster video game adaptation going wild, throwing food and drink, and trashing auditoriums.—
Pamela McClintock,
HollywoodReporter,
10 Apr. 2025
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Augusta National Golf Club throws its support behind distance restrictions of golf balls and improving the pace of play.—
Bob Spear,
Charlotte Observer,
9 Apr. 2025
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This has, among other losses, reduced Egyptian revenue from the Suez Canal by about eight hundred million dollars a month.—
Bernard Avishai,
New Yorker,
28 Mar. 2025
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Cost Savings: Automation reduces labor costs and minimizes errors.—
Chris Gallagher,
USA Today,
28 Mar. 2025
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Key Ingredients: Hydrogen peroxide Type: Whitening strips, LED whitening mouthpiece Number of Treatments Included: 56 dissolvable strips How to Use: Apply the whitening strips to your upper and lower teeth, then insert the mouthpiece and press the button to turn it on.—
Iman Balagam,
Vogue,
13 Apr. 2025
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Additionally, it's said to hold the tire's bead more securely to the rim, as the air pressure keeps the one pressed firmly into the other.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
13 Apr. 2025
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School principal Robert Garcia said in a statement to community members that he is saddened about the teen’s death.—
Saleen Martin,
USA Today,
8 Apr. 2025
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With heavy hearts we are saddened to announce the passing of our youngest son, Miller.—
Ryan Brennan,
Miami Herald,
3 Apr. 2025
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In Chicago last weekend, the Red Sox dropped two of three.—
Jen McCaffrey,
New York Times,
20 Apr. 2025
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From Mexico, arrivals to the U.S. by air dropped nearly 17% in March, compared with March last year.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
20 Apr. 2025
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When his son stepped in between Balmer and his wife, Balmer allegedly shoved his son out of the way and then punched his wife with a closed fist.—
Peter D'Abrosca,
FOXNews.com,
15 Apr. 2025
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Cody then admitted to shoving his son and that a fight ensued between all parties.—
Aaron Katersky,
ABC News,
15 Apr. 2025
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Manufacturers are struggling with long-term planning, farmers are facing retaliation from Chinese buyers, and U.S. households are burdened with rising prices.—
Hannah Parry,
MSNBC Newsweek,
10 Apr. 2025
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Kendra’s Law stigmatizes mental health concerns, contributes to mistrust of health care systems, disproportionately burdens communities of color, and often prioritizes compliance over healing.—
Ruth Lowenkron,
New York Daily News,
9 Apr. 2025
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“Depress.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/depress. Accessed 24 Apr. 2025.
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