strangulation in a sentence
n.
📚 Grade Level: Grade 11, Grade 12
Definition
Strangulation is the act of constricting the neck, typically by pressure, leading to restricted airflow and potentially resulting in serious injury or death.
Sample Sentences
- The detective discovered signs of strangulation on the victim's neck.
- Strangulation can lead to serious injuries, including brain damage and death.
- During the trial, the evidence of strangulation was a key factor in the prosecution's case.
- She recounted the terrifying moment when she felt the pressure of strangulation tightening around her throat.
- The medical examiner noted that strangulation can leave distinctive marks on the skin.