Strangling

Pronunciation: /ˈstræŋɡəl/

Strangling (verb)

  1. to squeeze someone's neck tightly to stop them from breathing
  2. to prevent something from developing or growing by restricting it

Examples

  • He tried to strangle the intruder with a rope.
  • She felt like she was being strangled by the tight scarf.

Common collocations: strangle someone, attempt to strangle, strangle growth, strangle development, strangle creativity

Synonyms of Strangling

Formal

Neutral

Informal

Antonyms of Strangling

  • — in the context of air flow
  • — in the context of letting go