practically strangle sb
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- His constant nagging made me want to practically strangle him.
- The new trade policies could practically strangle the nascent industry.
- She felt the heavy scarf practically strangle her as she pulled it too tight.
- The stifling atmosphere in the office was practically strangling their creativity.
- Don't let fear practically strangle your ambitions before you even start.
- The overgrown weeds had practically strangled the delicate saplings.
- His possessive behavior began to practically strangle their friendship.
- With all the red tape, the project was practically strangled before it could even begin.
- The artist felt the lack of inspiration practically strangle his artistic flow.
- The overwhelming workload was practically strangling her ability to enjoy life outside of work.