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Past tense for to squeeze the throat so as to cut off the oxygen supply
“I'd like to strangle that son of a gun who crossed me.”
Past tense for to hamper or hinder the development or activity of
“We are concerned that the credit problem, if prolonged, will strangle the growth of the industry.”
Past tense for to refrain from openly expressing or displaying
“Bonnie hiccupped, trying to strangle a sob.”
Past tense for to reduce in size, especially through the application of pressure
(British, informal, slang) Past tense for to murder, or to commit suicide
Past tense for to make (or become) tight or taut
Past tense for to force (something) into or through a restricted space
Muted or suppressed in sound or volume
Constricted or suffocated due to pressure or lack of air
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