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verb

1. 1

   To make a ruler lose their position of power.

   “The rebel forces are trying to bring down the president and his government.”

2. 2

   To reduce.

   “The latest budget reforms are intended to bring down the level of inflation.”

3. 3

   To humble.

4. 4

   To make something, especially something flying, fall to the ground, usually by firing a weapon of some kind.

   “For survival off-the-grid, one should have a gun that can bring down most animals without damaging their meat.”

5. 5

   To cause an opponent to fall after a tackle.

6. 6

   To make someone feel bad emotionally.

   “The news of his death brought her down.”