Suffocating Definition & Meaning

suffocating
adjective
  1. causing difficulty in breathing especially through lack of fresh air and presence of heat; "the choking June dust"; "the smothering soft voices"; "smothering heat"; "the room was suffocating--hot and airless"

"Suffocating" in song lyrics

See how suffocating is used in real songs:

  • "I leave the god damn rap world suffocating"
    Ras Kass — Take a Deep Breath
  • "hamster suffocating"
    AOL — AOL

Usage tips for "suffocating"

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