subdue
Definitions
To overcome, quieten, or bring under control through force or persuasion.
To bring a country or person under control by the use of force.
To tone down or soften the intensity or prominence of something.
Examples
The police were able to subdue the suspect without using any force.
She struggled to subdue her emotions as she delivered the difficult news.
The army was sent in to subdue the rebellion before it could spread further.