制せいする
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Meanings
Suru verb
Transitive verb
1. to hold back (e.g. emotions); to rein in (e.g. a horse, unruly people); to bridle
2. to get the better of
3. to control; to command
Kanji used
Pitch accent
せいする
Examples4
We've got to fight fire with fire!
They commanded a majority in the Diet.
He is able to subordinate passion to reason.
They that govern the most make the least noise.