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Rarechokehold
The correct spelling is chokehold.
How to pronounce chokehold
noun
Say it like: Cho-keh-old
The correct spelling is chokehold. A grappling hold around the neck that cuts off the flow of air to the brain For example: "He put his opponent in a chokehold."
Usage Examples
“He put his opponent in a chokehold.”
“Your country has a chokehold on our economy.”
Definition
noun
- 1.A grappling hold around the neck that cuts off the flow of air to the brain
- 2.(by extension) A strong and powerful grasp on something
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