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Recent Examples of choke hold
During the argument, Thompson was seen putting Gonzalez in a choke hold, according to an arrest warrant affidavit obtained by the Associated Press.
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Kc Baker, People.com, 5 Feb. 2025
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.
—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
Penny courageously intervened, restraining Neely, including applying a choke hold, until police arrived at a station stop and took Neely away.
—The Editors, National Review, 9 Dec. 2024
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Kc Baker, People.com, 5 Feb. 2025
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.
—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
Penny courageously intervened, restraining Neely, including applying a choke hold, until police arrived at a station stop and took Neely away.
—The Editors, National Review, 9 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for choke hold
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Venezuelans make up almost one-third of the city’s electorate and hold significant sway in local elections.—
Verónica Egui Brito,
Miami Herald,
14 Apr. 2025
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With Turkish backing, HTS operated in northwestern Idlib Province through much of the Syrian civil war and managed to extend its sway over the territory.—
Jerome Drevon,
Foreign Affairs,
11 Apr. 2025
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There was even quite a nimble (by my standards) dart behind the clutch of cameras when the players came into the hall.—
Paul Taylor,
New York Times,
26 Apr. 2025
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Food inspires art—like this opulent Loewe clutch designed to resemble a tomato and this cutlery that’s almost too beautiful to use—and of course, the inverse is also true: Art inspires food.—
The Bon Appétit and Epicurious Staffs,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
25 Apr. 2025
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Bailey’s lawsuit is the latest in a prolonged fight between city and state officials over funding of the Kansas City Police Department, which is under state control.—
Kacen Bayless,
Kansas City Star,
18 Apr. 2025
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May Regulate Blood Sugar Control Glucose (blood sugar) control in people with diabetes is crucial to prevent the effects of high and low glucose levels.—
Mary Choy,
Verywell Health,
18 Apr. 2025
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Cyrus, 63, wrapped his arms around his new girlfriend in a series of photos shared on social media Sunday.—
Tracy Wright,
FOXNews.com,
28 Apr. 2025
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According to Clendenon, traditional Colonial furniture has large profiles, rolled arms, and T-cushions; modern Colonial eliminates the fuss.—
Kristina McGuirk,
Better Homes & Gardens,
27 Apr. 2025
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Hernández’s mastery distinguishes him from Hollywood director Daniel Minahan, whose latest is On Swift Horses, another love story about romantic panic but without Hernández’s élan.—
Armond White,
National Review,
25 Apr. 2025
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Students in mixed-age studios set personal goals and demonstrate mastery through public exhibitions, not tests.—
Ray Ravaglia,
Forbes.com,
24 Apr. 2025
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Fed officials have forecast two rate cuts this year, but some economists think the Fed will have to stay on hold.—
Bart Jansen,
USA Today,
23 Apr. 2025
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Replace impulse shopping online with putting books on hold at your local library.—
Rebecca Shaddix,
Forbes.com,
22 Apr. 2025
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Her comments came during a rise of attacks on Tesla dealerships, vehicles and other property as people retaliated against Tesla CEO Elon Musk and the Department of Government Efficiency's takeover of multiple federal agencies.—
Krystal Nurse,
USA Today,
18 Apr. 2025
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But the immediate pain is being felt by Anglo American which has been trying to sell its 85% stake in De Beers as part of a defensive move against an unwanted $49 million takeover offer from the world’s biggest mining company, BHP.—
Tim Treadgold,
Forbes.com,
17 Apr. 2025
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The now ruling Cambodian People’s Party, in power for over four decades, has justified its grip on the country through the trauma of the genocide.—
Sophal Ear,
The Conversation,
14 Apr. 2025
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Since 2021, he’s been the highest-scoring African player in Premier League history and his grip on that record keeps getting stronger.—
James Pearce,
New York Times,
12 Apr. 2025
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“Choke hold.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/choke%20hold. Accessed 30 Apr. 2025.
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