cannot suppress

Frequency: 7.918.2 per million words

Not having the ability to control or stop an emotion or physical reaction.

suppressVERB + suppress

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cannot

Examples (10)

  • She tried to suppress her anger, but her voice trembled.
  • He could barely suppress a smile at the joke.
  • The government attempted to suppress dissent with harsh measures.
  • I find it hard to suppress my appetite when I smell freshly baked bread.
  • He couldn't suppress his excitement about the upcoming trip.
  • The doctor advised her to suppress her cough during the performance.
  • Despite her efforts, she couldn't suppress a giggle.
  • The authorities worked to suppress the uprising.
  • He tried to suppress his feelings but failed.
  • It's difficult to suppress a yawn when you're tired.