1Suppression or quelling of a riot, revolt, etc.; to subdue or repress, often by military or police force.
政府は武力を使って反乱を鎮圧した。
The government suppressed the rebellion using force.
デモは短時間で鎮圧されたと報じられた。
It was reported that the demonstration was quelled in a short time.
警察は混乱を鎮圧し、現場の安全を確保した。
The police quelled the disturbance and secured safety at the scene.