The Only Use of "subdue" in "Death of a Salesman"

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subdue
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Death of a Salesman
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LINDA [her voice subdued]: What'd you have to start that for?†
Act 1

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(1) (subdue as a verb as in: subdued the opposition)
to control, prevent, or make less intense -- sometimes through force
The exact meaning of subdue depends upon its context. For example:
- "subdued a nation" -- defeated militarily and brought under control
- "subdued the fever" -- made it less intense or defeated it
- "subdued her enthusiasm" -- made it less intense
- "subdued her fears" -- made them less intense or overcame them
- "subdued my emotions" -- kept them under control
- "subdued the crowd" -- quieted or controlled it
(2) (subdued adjective as in: subdued colors or mood)
not intense, or less active
The exact meaning of subdued depends upon its context. For example:
- "subdued colors" -- not too bright (soft, not intense)
- "a subdued voice" -- quiet; perhaps whispered
- "a subdued mood" -- quiet and less active; perhaps a bit sad or thoughtful
- "subdued summer activity" -- less active or busy than normal
(3) (meaning too rare to warrant focus)