Phrasal Verbs Using 'Down' & 'Away' - Stopping, Suppressing, or Silencing (Down)

to cause something to get stuck in mud or wet ground, preventing it from moving easily

to forcefully suppress emotions or reactions

to take strict measures to control or suppress something, often via enforcing rules or regulations

(of a business, shop, company, etc.) to no longer be open or operating, particularly permanently

to take decisive measures to enforce rules or laws

to signal a vehicle to stop, often by using hand gestures

to restrict the freedom, rights, or aspirations of individuals or groups, often through oppressive or authoritarian measures

to maintain something at a low level and prevent it from increasing

to stop talking or making noise

to become silent or less noisy

to prevent the progress of something

to silence someone or not allow their speech or opinion to be heard by making loud noises or shouting

to make something stop working

to set rules that restrict freedom