Meaning ofstiflein English

Verb

1. to repress or conceal something
   The company tried to stifle the rumors about the product recall.
2. to suppress or conceal information; hide the truth
   The government was accused of trying to stifle the investigation into the scandal.
3. to hold back a sound
   She had to stifle a cough during the quiet moment in the library.
4. to cause breathing difficulty
   The thick smoke began to stifle me, making it hard to breathe.
5. to suffocate or smother someone
   The heavy blanket began to stifle her, making it hard to move.
6. to repress or hold back (emotions, etc.)
   The employee felt pressured to stifle his creativity in the conservative work environment.
7. to interrupt or cut off (a sound, etc.)
   The moderator had to stifle the speaker to keep the discussion on track.
8. to restrict breathing; make airless
   The lack of ventilation began to stifle us, making the air feel thick.
9. to suppress or extinguish (a feeling, etc.)
   The manager tried to stifle her emotions during the meeting.