Strangling and Stifle

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Strangling noun - The act of suffocating (someone) by constricting the windpipe.

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Stifle is a synonym for strangling. In some cases you can use "Stifle" instead a verb "Strangling".

Nearby Words: strangle, strangled

Stifle verb - To be or cause to be killed by lack of breathable air.

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Strangling is a synonym for stifle. Sometimes you can replace term "Strangling" with "Stifle", this verbs are similar.

Nearby Words: stifled, stifling

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