Strangling and Smothering

Strangling

Strangling noun - The act of suffocating (someone) by constricting the windpipe.
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Smothering and strangling are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Smothering" instead a noun "Strangling".

Nearby Words: strangle, strangled

Smothering

Smothering adjective - Causing difficulty in breathing especially through lack of fresh air and presence of heat.

Strangling and smothering are semantically related. You can use "Strangling" instead a noun "Smothering".

Nearby Words: smother, smothered, smothery
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