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stranglehold

The correct spelling is stranglehold.

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noun

Say it like: Str-ang-leh-old

The correct spelling is stranglehold. A grip or control so strong as to stifle or cut off. For example: "For years the company had a stranglehold on the rest of the industry."

Usage Examples

For years the company had a stranglehold on the rest of the industry.

Meanings

noun

  1. 1.A grip or control so strong as to stifle or cut off.

verb

  1. 1.To hold a tight grip or control

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