Synonyms of bear down on

Verb


1. bear down on, bear down upon, approach, near, come on, go up, draw near, draw close, come near

usage: sail towards another vessel, of a ship

2. drag down, bear down, bear down on, press down on, weigh down, press

usage: exert a force with a heavy weight; "The snow bore down on the roof"

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