derepresses

/ˌdiːrɪˈprɛsɪz/
verb
  1. To activate or release something that was previously suppressed or held back, especially in a biological or psychological context.
    • In the lab, the chemical derepresses the gene that controls cell growth.
    • The new therapy derepresses the patient's ability to recall forgotten memories.
    • Meditation can derepresses creative thoughts that were blocked by stress.
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