This is the 16361st most frequent Russian word.
репрессиями
"Repressions" – punitive measures or acts of suppression, often by authority.
The word 'репрессиями' here is used in the instrumental plural form to describe political or social suppressions or punitive actions.
В XX веке многие страны столкнулись с репрессиями.
In the 20th century, many countries faced repressions.
The term 'репрессиями' is used to signify feared or anticipated suppressions or punitive measures executed by authorities.
Жители выражали страх перед репрессиями со стороны властей.
The residents expressed fear regarding repressions by the authorities.
Here, 'репрессиями' denotes the historical events or actions of repression leading to societal or personal tragedies.