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Stranglehold

ˈstraŋɡlhəʊld

Stranglehold definitions

noun

Inflections:

stranglehold strangleholds

a grip around the neck of another person that can kill by asphyxiation if held for long enough

Synonyms:
control power mastery hold stranglehold clutches domination dominion command influence possession
- complete or overwhelming control
  
  "in France, supermarkets have less of a stranglehold on food supplies"