Suppression is the act of restraining or limiting something, and can be done in a variety of ways. CLAMPDOWN, with nine letters, is a term used to describe a sudden and strict enforcement of rules or regulations. CENSORSHIP, with ten letters, is the practice of suppressing information or ideas that are deemed inappropriate or offensive. INHIBITION, also with ten letters, is the act of restraining or limiting behavior, emotions, or desires. RESTRICTION, with eleven letters, is the act of limiting or controlling something. RESTRAINT, with nine letters, is the act of controlling or limiting someone or something. CONTROL, with seven letters, is the power to influence or direct someone or something. Finally, ARREST, with six letters, is the act of taking someone into custody.