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CHOKEHOLD

(noun)

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There are 2 meanings of the word Chokehold.

Chokehold - as a noun

Complete power over a person or situation

Example: "Corporations have a stranglehold on the media"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
strangleholdthrottlehold

A restraining hold; someone loops the arm around the neck of another person in a tight grip, usually from behind

Example: "He grabbed the woman in a chokehold, demanded her cash and jewelry, and then fled"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
choke hold

Example Sentences

"The police officer put the suspect in a chokehold to subdue him."
"The wrestler quickly applied a chokehold on his opponent."
"He gasped for breath as his attacker tightened the chokehold around his neck."
"The controversial use of chokeholds by law enforcement has sparked public outcry."
"In self-defense, she learned how to escape from a chokehold."
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Word Game Points

Is CHOKEHOLD a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, chokehold is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

CHOKEHOLD has a SCRABBLE points total of 22.

Is CHOKEHOLD a valid Words With Friends word?
No, chokehold is NOT valid for Words With Friends
Invalid Word
CHOKEHOLD is not a valid Words With Friends word.

Is CHOKEHOLD a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, chokehold is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
CHOKEHOLD has a WORDFEUD points total of 23.

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