were smothering
- past progressive of smother.
Example Sentences
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The Broncos won, 19-3, but both teams were smothering on defense while failing to establish anything close to an offensive rhythm.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jan. 4, 2026
Leo Cullen's side unloaded internationals Caelan Doris and Snyman from their bench early in the second half, which indicated just how well the visitors were smothering their attack.
From BBC ● Jan. 18, 2025
Sunday, the Rams were smothering, sacking quarterback C.J.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 21, 2018
An injury pushed Williams into the playing rotation at receiver, but the heavily favored Broncos, with their stout defense, were smothering the Chargers’ passing game with a cover-four zone.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 18, 2017
Then there sounded from the bundle a strange peeping, exactly as if a chicken were smothering inside.
From What Sami Sings with the Birds by Dole, Helen B.
