subdue
verbTo bring under control or reduce the force or intensity of something.
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Clear all filtersTo bring under control or reduce the force or intensity of something.
To bring under domination or control.
The act of yielding to another's authority or control.
Yielding to authority
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A position of highest authority, power, or dominance.
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