9 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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The thick smoke was smothering the air, forcing residents to evacuate their homes.
The chef was smothering the flames with a fire blanket to prevent the kitchen fire from spreading.
His overprotective nature was smothering her independence, making her feel suffocated.
The overwhelming emotions were smothering her, making it difficult to think clearly.
The mother was smothering her baby with kisses, showering affection on the giggling infant.
The political scandal was smothering the headlines, dominating the news cycle for weeks.
The ambitious project was smothering the team with tight deadlines and constant pressure.
The pillow was smothering the sound, muffling the screams in the dark room.
The detective was smothering the suspect with questions, hoping to extract a confession.
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