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STRANGULATING

(verb)

Definitions

There are 3 meanings of the word Strangulating.

Strangulating - as a verb

Kill by squeezing the throat of so as to cut off the air

Example: "He tried to strangulate his opponent"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
strangle9throttle11
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Constrict a hollow organ or vessel so as to stop the flow of blood or air

Become constricted

Example: "The hernia will strangulate"

Example Sentences

"He was found dead with a strangulating cord around his neck."
"The victim had strangulating wounds on her wrists."
"The snake's strangulating grip tightened around its prey."
"She described the feeling as a strangulating fear that paralyzed her."
"The lack of air in the room was strangulating."
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Word Game Points

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

STRANGULATING has a SCRABBLE points total of 15.

Is STRANGULATING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, strangulating is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
STRANGULATING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 21.

Is STRANGULATING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, strangulating is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
STRANGULATING has a WORDFEUD points total of 18.

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