Choke
Hold in
Hold in verb - Lessen the intensity of; temper; hold in restraint; hold or keep within limits.
Mutual synonyms
Both terms in one sentence
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A triangle choke is the final hold in the series.
Source: Murderous Thighs -
Groin Attack: Hancock breaks free from a choke hold in this way in the final fight.
Source: Film / Hancock - In their second fight where Black Canary decides not to hold back... Helena gets her ass kicked and is in a choke hold in about 10 seconds flat.
Source: Reality Ensues / Live-Action TV
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