What is another word for choked off?
Pronunciation: [t͡ʃˈə͡ʊkt ˈɒf] (IPA) 
Choked off is a phrase which means to obstruct or cut off the flow of something. There are several synonyms for this phrase which can be used interchangeably in different contexts. For instance, the words suffocate, strangulate, constrict, and stifle can be used to convey the idea of choking off. Suffocate implies the complete cessation of air or gas, whereas strangulate implies a more physical obstruction. Constrict conveys the idea of a gradual tightening or squeezing off, and stifle reflects more of a psychological or emotional choking. Other synonyms for this phrase include hamper, hinder, impede, obstruct, and block, which relate to hindering progress or stopping growth.
