stifling (Meaning)
stifling (n)
forceful prevention; putting down by power or authority
stifling (s)
characterized by oppressive heat and humidity
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stifling Sentence Examples
- The room was stifling with humidity, suffocating everyone inside.
- The boss's excessive control created a stifling atmosphere in the workplace.
- The stifling heat of the summer made it unbearable to do anything outdoors.
- The oppressive crowd in the concert hall was stifling, making it difficult to breathe.
- The stifling smog in the city made it dangerous to be outside.
- The government's stifling regulations prevented businesses from growing and innovating.
- The stifling conformity of the small town made it impossible for anyone to express individuality.
- The stifling weight of responsibility pressed down on her, making her feel overwhelmed.
- The stifling odor of the compost bin permeated the entire backyard.
- The stifling boredom of the lecture put the students to sleep.
FAQs About the word stifling
forceful prevention; putting down by power or authority, characterized by oppressive heat and humidity
suffocating, breathless, stuffy,close, airless, heavy,thick, oppressive, fuggy,unventilated
brisk, bracing, sweet, reviving, breezy, airy,breezy, refreshing, brisk, sweet
The room was stifling with humidity, suffocating everyone inside.
The boss's excessive control created a stifling atmosphere in the workplace.
The stifling heat of the summer made it unbearable to do anything outdoors.
The oppressive crowd in the concert hall was stifling, making it difficult to breathe.
