Quash (Verb)
Meaning 1
Declare invalid; "The contract was annulled"; "void a plea".
Classification
Verbs of political and social activities and events.
Examples
- The government tried to quash the rebellion with military force but the rebels continued to fight.
- The court decided to quash the guilty verdict due to lack of evidence.
- Her request to quash the subpoena was denied by the judge.
- The Supreme Court ruled that the lower court's decision would not be allowed to stand and will quash the verdict.
- His attempts to quash the rumors were unsuccessful as they continued to spread quickly on social media.
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Meaning 2
Put down by force or intimidation; "The government quashes any attempt of an uprising"; "China keeps down her dissidents very efficiently"; "The rich landowners subjugated the peasants working the land".
Classification
Verbs of political and social activities and events.
Examples
- The ruling party consistently quashes opposition movements, stifling any dissenting voices nationwide.
- Local authorities quash protests with heavy-handed tactics, employing riot control measures to maintain order.
- The dictator quashes any opposition, violently suppressing vocal critics who dare to challenge his regime.
- Many countries quash free speech with stricter laws, targeting activists who speak out against injustice.
- Throughout history, powerful empires have quashed weaker states and absorbed their territories, cultures, and resources.