bear down
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Sense 1
Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see bear, down.
Sử dụng ngoài nghĩa bóng hoặc thành ngữ: xem bear, down
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Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Sense 2
To steer away from the wind; to approach from windward.
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Sense 3
To push (someone) to the ground; to defeat, overcome.
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “bear down” mean?
Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see bear, down.
Is “bear down” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.