throttle
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
"You just need to back off the throttle or turn down the battery and you charge the thing. So no more challenge in the high speed."
From BBC • Mar. 29, 2026
"We have seen some quotes where the underwriter has actually warranted that the vessel goes through at... full throttle," said Smith.
From Barron's • Mar. 29, 2026
Canada’s housing market is mired in a slump, with both sales and prices dropping, and economists say higher mortgage rates threaten to throttle activity further.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 23, 2026
The slight turbo lag and diffident throttle behavior at low speed goes away.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 6, 2026
He caught a glimpse of Dimple’s full throttle smile, just for a second, before she put it away.
From "When Dimple Met Rishi" by Sandhya Menon
Vocabulary lists containing throttle
Hatchet
Looking to grow your vocabulary? Check out this interactive, curated word list from our team of English language specialists at Vocabulary.com – one of over 17,000 lists we've built to help learners worldwide!
Automobiles
Interested in learning more words like this one? Our team at Vocabulary.com has got you covered! You can review flashcards, quiz yourself, practice spelling, and more – and it's all completely free to use!
Beowulf: A New Telling
Want to remember this word for good? Start your learning journey today with our library of interactive, themed word lists built by the experts at Vocabulary.com – we'll help you make the most of your study time!
