subdued enemy
[/səbˈduːd ˈɛnəmi/]
noun phrasepl: subdued enemies
inimigo subjugado
1. an opponent or adversary that has been defeated, overcome, or brought under control through force, persuasion, or strategic action
After years of conflict, the general finally faced a subdued enemy willing to negotiate peace terms.
Após anos de conflito, o general finalmente enfrentou um inimigo subjugado disposto a negociar termos de paz.
2. a foe whose resistance has been broken or whose aggressive tendencies have been suppressed
The conquered territory's subdued enemy population gradually adapted to the new administration.
A população inimiga subjugada do território conquistado gradualmente se adaptou à nova administração.
This phrase is primarily used in historical, military, and literary contexts in both Brazilian and American English. It reflects discussions of war, colonization, and power dynamics. In Brazil, it often appears in historical texts discussing colonial and post-colonial periods. In the US, it's common in military history and political discourse.
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