bear down

[Georgbund]

to make a rush at or sudden attack upon, as in battle

[Kit]

contract the abdominal muscles during childbirth to ease delivery

[Monty]

pay special attention to

[Merna]

To approach from windward.

[SanchoPn 0]

To push (someone) to the ground; to defeat, overcome.

[Kai]

Bear down is a phrase with different meanings based on context.

1. To exert pressure or force in order to accomplish something. For instance, you might bear down on a task or a challenging problem to overcome it.

2. To approach or move towards something quickly and aggressively, often with a sense of determination or threat.

3. In childbirth, it refers to the physical act of pushing during labor.

Therefore, its general definition implies applying focused effort or force, increasing pressure, or moving determinedly toward a specific goal.

[ScottLer]

exert a force with a heavy weight

[Williamorect]

To maintain ones position against (someone) in a debate; to stand ones ground against.

[Marionaduant]

To intensify ones efforts

[SanchoPn 0]

(with on) To approach in a determined manner.