make submissive, obedient, or useful | take the first step or steps in carrying out an action |
break so as to fall inward | put down in writing; of texts, musical compositions, etc. |
start in a certain activity, enterprise, or role | pass through the esophagus as part of eating or drinking |
break into a conversation | lower someone's spirits; make downhearted |
intrude on uninvited | move something or somebody to a lower position |
enter someone's (virtual or real) property in an unauthorized manner, usually with the intent to steal or commit a violent act | alight from (a horse) |
| lower (one's body) as by kneeling |