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oppressing

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Adjective — Cruel and burdensome; keeping people down by force or unfair power.

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What does “oppressing” mean?
The word “oppressing” means cruel and burdensome; keeping people down by force or unfair power. In plain terms, weighing down on people through unjust force or control.
How do you use “oppressing” in a sentence?
Here is “oppressing” used in a sentence: “The oppressing regime banned all forms of protest.”
What part of speech is “oppressing”?
“Oppressing” is an adjective.

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