push down
To push something toward the ground, or to keep something at a low level.
Meanings
To apply force to move something in a downward direction.
"Push down firmly on the lid to make sure the container is properly sealed."
To reduce or keep prices, costs, or rates at a low level.
"Increased competition has helped push down the price of flights across Europe."
To suppress emotions or feelings, preventing them from being expressed.
"He kept pushing down his anxiety rather than talking to anyone about it."
Very common in both physical and economic/emotional contexts. In financial journalism, 'push down prices' or 'push down inflation' is a standard expression. In emotional contexts, 'push down feelings' is common in psychological discussion.
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