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Economic Strangulation

Definition:

Economic strangulation refers to a situation where a person, organization, or country faces severe restrictions and limitations on their economic activities, leading to financial difficulties and impeding growth.

Senses:

Sense 1:

(Noun) The act or process of exerting control or dominance over an individual, organization, or country, by severely restricting their economic activities and resources.

Example Sentence: The economic strangulation imposed by excessive taxation and regulations stifled the small business, forcing it to shut down.

Sense 2:

(Noun) The state or condition of being economically restricted or suffocated, resulting in financial hardships and a lack of development.

Example Sentence: The trade embargo resulted in economic strangulation, with the country facing skyrocketing inflation and unemployment rates.

Sense 3:

(Verb) The action of imposing severe economic restrictions or limitations on an individual, organization, or country, often with the intention of exerting control or influence.

Example Sentence: The dictator aimed to economically strangle opposition by blocking foreign investments and imposing trade barriers.

Sense 4:

(Adjective) Describing a situation or policy that leads to the severe restriction or control of economic activities, often resulting in financial hardships and hindered progress.

Example Sentence: The economic strangulation policies implemented by the authoritarian regime crippled the nation's economy and drove many citizens into poverty.

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