What does the cryptic crossword clue "Put down regarding journalists (7)" mean?

The definition is "Put". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). RE (abbreviation="regarding") + PRESS (synonym="journalists") = REPRESS; definition: "Put down" The answer is REPRESS.

Put down regarding journalists (7)

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