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5 Usage Examples Depicting the Meaning of 'Strangle' in a Sentence

"To cause death by compressing the throat, hindering the intake of air, typically accomplished by using hands or a tightly drawn cord." more

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The ancient manuscript revealed the dark ritual where cult members had been strangling sacrifices to appease their deity.
The toxic relationship had been strangling her happiness slowly, but she finally found the strength to break free.
The detective realized that the serial killer had been strangling his victims silently in the shadows.
During the intense interrogation, the spy confessed that he had been strangling vital information from his captives.
By the time they discovered the truth, the python had been strangling the prey for hours in the dense jungle.

Strangle

strang-guhl
verbTo cause death by compressing the throat, hindering the intake of air, typically accomplished by using hands or a tightly drawn cord.
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Last Updated On: November 10, 2023
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