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Numerology

  1. Chaldean Numerology

    The numerical value of subdues in Chaldean Numerology is: 2

  2. Pythagorean Numerology

    The numerical value of subdues in Pythagorean Numerology is: 1

Examples of subdues in a Sentence

  1. Laith Alkhouri:

    ISIS super-temporarily seizes areas, flexes its muscles, subdues locals, even recruits from amongst them, and taunts governments by exposing security flaws or weaknesses, this is a considerably important avenue for ISIS's growth.

  2. Sun Tzu:

    Therefore the skilful leader subdues the enemy's troops without any fighting; he captures their cities without laying siege to them; he overthrows their kingdom without lengthy operations in the field.

  3. Dr. Jose P. Rizal:

    Justice is the foremost virtue of the civilizing races. It subdues the barbarous nations, while injustice arouses the weakest.

  4. William Carleton:

    Strong feelings do not necessarily make a strong character. The strength of a man is to be measured by the power of the feelings he subdues not by the power of those which subdue him.

  5. Bhartrihari:

    What is the most profitable? Fellowship with the good. What is the worst thing in the world? The society of evil men. What is the greatest loss? Failure in one?s duty. Where is the greatest peace? In truth and righteousness. Who is the hero? The man who subdues his senses. Who is the best beloved? The faithful wife. What is wealth? Knowledge. What is the most perfect happiness? Staying at home.

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