godan verb (-mu), transitive verb
pin down; hold down; immobilize
Physically restraining a person or thing so they cannot move. Often used in wrestling, police restraint, or holding an object firmly.
警察官が容疑者を地面に押さえ込んだ。
The police officer pinned the suspect to the ground.
I held down the tent so it wouldn't be blown away by the strong wind.
godan verb (-mu), transitive verb
shut out; keep from scoring
Sports term: preventing the opposing team or player from scoring or making effective plays. Often used in soccer, basketball, etc.
相手チームのエースを徹底的に抑え込んだ。
We completely shut out the opposing team's ace.
後半は守備を固めて相手の攻撃を抑え込んだ。
In the second half, we tightened our defense and kept the opponent from scoring.
godan verb (-mu), transitive verb
Keeping emotions, desires, costs, or abstract things under control; not letting them get out of hand. Also used for suppressing opposition or dissent.
怒りを抑え込んで冷静に話した。
I suppressed my anger and spoke calmly.
政府は物価の上昇を抑え込もうとしている。
The government is trying to curb rising prices.