stifle

Example Sentences

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Her stifled panic makes it obvious that fear is taking over.

From Los Angeles Times

In the trial, which started last week, the Justice Department accused Live Nation of abusing its dominant position to pressure artists and venues into signing with it, stifle competition, and impose excessive fees on fans.

From BBC

Balen’s emergence has given hope to many in a country that has been stifled by corruption and cronyism.

From The Wall Street Journal

All of which arguably stifle the abandon, or even the havoc, that is often characteristic of the world's biggest cities.

From BBC

He said it would make it easier to stifle criticisms of policies that he says make it difficult to do business in California.

From Los Angeles Times