subdue
verb (used with object)
to conquer and bring into subjection.
has subdued
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present perfectof subdue (3rd person singular).present perfect
Used to describe actions that started in the past and continue into or have direct relevance to the present.
Example Sentences
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But in recent years, the country’s military has subdued many groups and the Philippine government has said there is no evidence the Akrams received military training in the country.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Dec. 22, 2025
By Season 4, which began last week, Homelander has subdued his rivals and taken effective control of Vought.
From New York Times ● Jun. 19, 2024
Gerckens and original music by Miriam Sturm and Michael Bodeen, has subdued charm.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jan. 31, 2023
Despite the impact of the Games on his life, he hopes they succeed, and is saddened that the pandemic has subdued the high spirits that would normally surround them.
From Reuters ● Jul. 1, 2021
It has subdued an empire richer than the Indies without inflicting the cruelties of Clive, or the exactions of Hastings, and that empire is to-day, Mr. President, a part of your heritage and mine.
From Modern Eloquence: Vol III, After-Dinner Speeches P-Z by Various
