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subduing
UK
/səbˈdjuːɪŋ/
US
/səbˈduːɪŋ/
UK
/səbˈdjuːɪŋ/
US
/səbˈduːɪŋ/
Used attributively to describe something that brings under control or calms.
Definitions
The therapist spoke in a subduing voice to ease the patient's anxiety.
subduings
pl
Translations
The subduing of the rebellion took several months.
Подавление восстания заняло несколько месяцев.
The subduing of the wild horse was a difficult task.
Усмирение дикого коня было сложной задачей.
Additional translations
Definitions
The subduing of the rebellion required a significant military effort.
subduing
Gerund
subdued
Past Simple
subdued
Past Participle
subduing
Gerund
UK
/səbˈdjuː/
US
/səbˈduː/
Translations
The police had to subdue the violent protestors.
Полиции пришлось подавлять агрессивных протестующих.
The teacher tried to subdue the rowdy class.
Учитель пытался усмирять шумный класс.
The king sought to subdue the neighboring kingdoms.
Король стремился покорять соседние королевства.
Additional translations
Definitions
The police were able to subdue the rioters after several hours.
She tried to subdue her excitement before the big announcement.
The army was able to subdue the rebellious province.
subduing
Used attributively to describe something having a calming or softening effect.
Definitions
A subduing light filled the sanctuary.
Definitions
She chose a dress in subdued colors.
The crowd remained subdued after the announcement.