noun. An illegal wrestling hold used to choke an opponent.

noun. A force, influence, or action that restricts or suppresses freedom or progress.

noun. A grip or control so strong as to stifle or cut off.

noun. a wrestling hold in which the arms are pressed against the opponent's windpipe

noun. complete power over a person or situation

"Federer, on the other hand, is usually the favorite whenever he enters a major, with the exception of the French, where Nadal has a four-year title stranglehold, including wins over Roger in the last three finales in Paris."

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