4 Usage Examples Depicting the Meaning of 'Smother' in a Sentence
"To prevent free breathing by stifling or suffocating, often through smoke or other means." more
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He smothered his grievances, choosing instead to focus on reconciliation.
His overprotective nature was smothering her independence, making her feel suffocated.
His overprotective nature had been smothering her independence for years.
Her controlling behavior began to smother the joy in their relationship.
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