strangleholds

[US]/ˈstræŋɡlˌhoʊldz/
[UK]/ˈstræŋɡlˌhoʊldz/

Translation

n.a condition or situation in which someone is held back or restricted; a technique in wrestling involving choking or restricting the opponent; suppression of freedom or control over someone

Phrases & Collocations

economic strangleholds

political strangleholds

market strangleholds

strangleholds on power

strangleholds on growth

strangleholds of control

strangleholds on freedom

strangleholds of influence

strangleholds in negotiations

strangleholds on resources

Example Sentences

they are trying to break the strangleholds of monopolies in the market.

the strangleholds of tradition can sometimes hinder progress.

political strangleholds can lead to corruption and inefficiency.

she felt the strangleholds of societal expectations weighing her down.

the strangleholds of debt can be overwhelming for many families.

he has managed to escape the strangleholds of his past mistakes.

strangleholds in communication can lead to misunderstandings.

they are working to eliminate the strangleholds of outdated policies.

the strangleholds of fear can prevent people from taking risks.

breaking the strangleholds of addiction is a difficult journey.

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