sub·due 
/səbˈdu:, Brit səbˈdju:/ verb
sub·dues; sub·dued; sub·du·ing /səbˈdu:, Brit səbˈdju:/ verb [+ obj] 1 : to get control of (a violent or dangerous person or group) by using force, punishment, etc.
▪ The troops were finally able to subdue the rebel forces after many days of fighting. ▪ He was injured while trying to subdue a violent drunk. 2 : to get control of (something, such as a strong emotion)
▪ She struggled to subdue her fears.
▪ The troops were finally able to subdue the rebel forces after many days of fighting. ▪ He was injured while trying to subdue a violent drunk.
▪ She struggled to subdue her fears.
