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muzzle

[muhz-uhl] / ˈmʌz əl /
NOUN
covering for control
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"For several years now, we have been resisting their overreach, including their efforts to muzzle us from speaking out for human rights, for peace," she said.

From BBC • Dec. 19, 2025

NGOs have criticised the move as an attempt to muzzle criticism of corruption.

From Barron's • Dec. 17, 2025

Because no shell casings or muzzle flash was seen in surveillance video, police suspect the shooter used an airsoft handgun.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 15, 2025

AT&T then sued BBB National Programs, of which NAD is a division, accusing the group of seeking to muzzle free speech.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 14, 2025

He lifted his muzzle to the sky and a whining scream ripped from his throat.

From "Tristan Strong Punches a Hole in the Sky" by Kwame Mbalia




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