- to be silent; to say nothing
Godan verb with 'ru' ending; intransitive verb
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- to be silent; to say nothing
This meaning is used when someone chooses not to speak or refrain from commenting, often in the context of avoiding a confrontation or maintaining peace.
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The Government seems intent upon silencing an organization which has done so much to raise awareness of the human rights situation in Sudan.