What does "Stifle" mean?

suppress or restrain

Synonym: silence Opposite: encourage

"Stifle" in a sentence

Real example sentences from TV shows and movies.

What?! I can’t believe you’re trying to stifle me!

— Friends S6E22

HE'S GOT 9 ROOMS. NOW STIFLE.

— Gilmore Girls S2E17

I have lived my entire life pent-up, repressed, Stifling every impulse, Following every rule, And now I'm done.

— Grey's Anatomy S3E2

Prepare motions to dismiss by end of day Thursday, and don't puss out when Judge Edelstein tries to stifle my brilliance.

— Suits S2E4

Don't stifle the boy, Marge.

— The Simpsons S1E2

"Stifle" in TV shows & movies

This word appears in 5 titles. Click to explore the full vocabulary list.

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