Synonyms for Bear Down | Bear Down at Open Dictionary of English by LearnThat Foundation

Synonyms for Bear Down (same or very similar meaning)

WordNet sense 1 (exert a force with a heavy weight):

drag down, bear down on, weigh down, press down on

WordNet sense 2 (contract the abdominal muscles during childbirth to ease delivery):

overbear

WordNet sense 3 (to make a rush at or sudden attack upon, as in battle):

charge

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