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Recent Examples of choke hold
Conditions have in fact never been worse for citizens of Venezuela, as the autocratic regime increases its choke hold on Venezuelan society, driving opposition members, human rights activists, journalists and just about anyone with a different opinion underground or out of the country.
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Antonio Maria Delgado, Miami Herald, 2 Feb. 2025
If Neely hadn’t died from Penny’s choke hold but from another cause, any other cause, then a reasonable jury would have no choice but to acquit the defendant.
—Adam Iscoe, The New Yorker, 9 Dec. 2024
Miss Manners rates that as a greater success than putting your host in a choke hold and forcing her to move the car, given that the dog disturbed no one and the parking tag was about to expire.
—Judith Martin, Mercury News, 27 Mar. 2025
During the argument, Thompson was seen putting Gonzalez in a choke hold, according to an arrest warrant affidavit obtained by the Associated Press.
—Kc Baker, People.com, 5 Feb. 2025
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Antonio Maria Delgado, Miami Herald, 2 Feb. 2025
If Neely hadn’t died from Penny’s choke hold but from another cause, any other cause, then a reasonable jury would have no choice but to acquit the defendant.
—Adam Iscoe, The New Yorker, 9 Dec. 2024
Miss Manners rates that as a greater success than putting your host in a choke hold and forcing her to move the car, given that the dog disturbed no one and the parking tag was about to expire.
—Judith Martin, Mercury News, 27 Mar. 2025
During the argument, Thompson was seen putting Gonzalez in a choke hold, according to an arrest warrant affidavit obtained by the Associated Press.
—Kc Baker, People.com, 5 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for choke hold
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Corn growers, primarily based in the U.S. Midwest, have long held significant sway in Washington policymaking.—
Gabe Whisnant,
MSNBC Newsweek,
16 July 2025
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While advocates have said the change boosts religious organizations' First Amendment rights, others are skeptical about churches having more sway in politics and argue the new rule violates the First Amendment by favoring religious organizations over their secular counterparts.—
BrieAnna J. Frank,
USA Today,
11 July 2025
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Fahy landed the only acting nod for her funny, fierce, and slightly unhinged turn as the impulsive and determined Devon, who travels to an elite seaside town to save her sister (Milly Alcock) from KiKi's clutches.—
EW.com,
EW.com,
15 July 2025
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Freie Liebe Straw Clutch This stylish clutch pairs two of my favorite trends: dumpling bags and raffia.—
Genevieve Cepeda,
Travel + Leisure,
15 July 2025
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Partners have no control over or input into the reporting or editing process and do not review stories before publication.—
Oli Gamp,
New York Times,
23 July 2025
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The percentage indicates how much of the fire perimeter has been surrounded by a control line.—
CA WILDFIRE BOT,
Sacbee.com,
23 July 2025
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The 42-year-old Border Patrol agent, who was shot in the face and arm, was taken to Harlem Hospital, where he is being treated and is expected to survive, authorities said.—
Bill Hutchinson,
ABC News,
20 July 2025
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Clock ticks on nuke treaties But a key treaty remains unenforced, and the last remaining arms control agreement between the U.S. and Russia expires in February 2026.—
Davis Winkie,
USA Today,
20 July 2025
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Real leadership is knowing that momentum, not mastery, is the path forward.—
Erin Stafford,
Forbes.com,
16 July 2025
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The Orioles’ bullpen imploded and the bats went ice cold to squander Rogers’ mastery in a 6-0 loss to the Miami Marlins that ended Baltimore’s three-game winning streak.—
Jacob Calvin Meyer,
The Orlando Sentinel,
13 July 2025
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The bitcoin price is up around 60% from its April lows, helped by U.S. president Donald Trump’s support of bitcoin and crypto even as the Federal Reserve keeps interest rates on hold.—
Billy Bambrough,
Forbes.com,
15 July 2025
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If more than 50% file protests, the issue is put on hold for a year.—
Sacbee.com,
Sacbee.com,
14 July 2025
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But the federal government’s takeover presents a unique opportunity to reclaim the future of the Penn-area neighborhood.—
Tony Simone,
New York Daily News,
23 July 2025
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The takeover led to a mass resignation of appointees and advisors, including Shonda Rhimes and Renée Fleming.—
Ryan Coleman,
EW.com,
23 July 2025
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The three main causes of hydroplaning are: Vehicle speed - When a vehicle's speed increases, the tire-traction grip and ability to control the vehicle decreases.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
21 July 2025
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But his grip on the classification is tenuous, as Pogačar, the race leader, sits only 28 points behind the Italian sprinter.—
Sophie Kaufman,
Forbes.com,
21 July 2025
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“Choke hold.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/choke%20hold. Accessed 30 Jul. 2025.
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