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stifled

[stahy-fuhld] / ˈstaɪ fəld /




ADJECTIVE
smothered
Synonyms


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For the best part of a year, Angela Rayner's political ambitions have been stifled by an investigation into her tax affairs.

From BBC • May 14, 2026

"The second-half display was that of European champions - they stifled Lyon," ex-England defender Anita Asante said.

From BBC • Apr. 26, 2026

The longer traffic through the strait remains stifled, the greater—and longer—the impact on airfares.

From Barron's • Apr. 14, 2026

The Angels’ offense was stifled in a 10-inning, 3-1 loss to the Seattle Mariners during their home opener Friday night in front of 44,931 fans at Angel Stadium.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 4, 2026

Sefia stifled a cough and shivered in the fog.

From "The Reader" by Traci Chee




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