Choke hold and Gentleness

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Choke hold noun - A restraining hold; someone loops the arm around the neck of another person in a tight grip, usually from behind.

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Gentleness is an antonym for choke hold in cruel treatment topic.

Gentleness noun - Acting in a manner that is gentle and mild and even-tempered.

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Choke hold is an antonym for gentleness.

Nearby Word: gentle

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