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BEAR DOWN UPON

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There is 1 meaning of the phrase Bear Down Upon.

Bear Down Upon - as a verb

Sail towards another vessel, of a ship

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
bear down on

Example Sentences

"The thunderstorm began to bear down upon the small town."
"The opposing team's defense started to bear down upon the quarterback."
"The teacher's expectations began to bear down upon the students as the exams approached."
"The anxiety of the impending deadline began to bear down upon him."
"The weight of responsibility began to bear down upon her shoulders."
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