BEAR DOWN ON Synonyms

There are 5 synonyms of the phrase bear down on. (exact relations)
There are 7 hypernyms of the phrase bear down on. (close relations)

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Definition of BEAR DOWN ON

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	bear down				verbv
	verb • exert a force with a heavy weight • contract the abdominal muscles during childbirth to ease delivery • to make a rush at or sudden attack upon, as in battle • exert full strength • pay special attention to • exert a force or cause a strain upon
	bear down upon				verbv
	verb • sail towards another vessel, of a ship
	drag down
	verb • exert a force with a heavy weight
	press down on				verbv
	verb • exert a force with a heavy weight
	weigh down				verbv
	verb • be oppressive or disheartening to • exert a force with a heavy weight

Best Hypernyms For BEAR DOWN ON

Here is a list of related hypernyms for bear down on, these are close relations that fall within the same topic. Most relevant words are highlighted and in order.

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