English to English verb
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move something or somebody to a lower position | | Example: take down the vase from the shelf
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cause the downfall of; of rulers | | Example: The Czar was overthrown subvert the ruling class
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impose something unpleasant | | Example: The principal visited his rage on the students
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cause to come to the ground | | Example: the pilot managed to land the airplane safely
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cause to be enthusiastic | | Example: Her playing brought down the house
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cut down on; make a reduction in | | Example: reduce your daily fat intake The employer wants to cut back health benefits
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