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1 | 99% | 7 | Exact Match! | |
2 | 47% | 8 | To bear down upon or press heavily on | |
3 | 37% | 10 | Term for a small bear species, such as the sun bear or sloth bear | |
Bear Down Heavily Upon Crossword Clue
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We think the answer is "OPPRESS" which means:
- verb
- • Come down on or keep down by unjust use of one's authority
- • Cause to suffer
An example sentence would be:
- • "The government should not oppress its citizens."
- • "She felt oppressed by the weight of her responsibilities."
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The Guardian Quick28 Nov 2001 | Across 10 | |
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