Throttles Meaning in English
word · lemma: throttle
Definition
'Throttles' is the plural of 'throttle', meaning devices that control engine power or as a verb, to choke or restrict something. It also means to choke someone by the throat.
Usage & Nuances
As a noun, 'throttles' most often refers to the engine control levers in vehicles (planes, motorcycles). As a verb, it is somewhat formal or dramatic ("he throttles the machine" or "he throttles his enemy"). In tech, 'throttle' can mean artificially limiting speed (as in data throttling).
Example Sentences
The pilots pushed their throttles forward to increase speed.
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He throttles the engine when going uphill.
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Some motorcycles have two throttles for different controls.
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If your phone throttles your data, your internet will get much slower.
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She throttles back whenever she hears a strange noise from the car.
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When he gets angry, it feels like he throttles his words before saying them.
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