Pronunciation: /ˈstræŋɡəlhoʊld/
noun a grip or control that is so tight it chokes or suffocates
A1 The dictator had a stranglehold on the country, controlling every aspect of daily life.
A2 The company's monopoly has created a stranglehold on the market, making it difficult for competitors to succeed.
B1 The political party's stranglehold on power has led to widespread corruption and lack of accountability.
B2 The media conglomerate's stranglehold on information has raised concerns about freedom of the press.
C1 The stranglehold that big pharmaceutical companies have on drug prices is a major concern for healthcare advocates.
C2 The stranglehold of traditional gender roles in society is slowly being challenged by progressive movements.
verb to grip or control tightly to the point of choking or suffocating
A1 She strangleholded the rope tightly to secure the boat.
A2 The wrestler strangleholded his opponent in the ring.
B1 The dictator strangleholded the country, suppressing any form of dissent.
B2 The company strangleholded the market with its monopoly on the product.
C1 The powerful corporation strangleholded the industry, making it difficult for competitors to enter the market.
C2 The mafia boss strangleholded the city's underworld, controlling all criminal activities.
formal The company had a stranglehold on the market, controlling over 80% of the industry.
informal The big tech giants have a stranglehold on the social media platforms.
slang The mob boss had a stranglehold on the neighborhood, making sure everyone paid their dues.
figurative Her anxiety had a stranglehold on her, making it hard to focus on anything else.
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