grab by the throat

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grab you by the throat

to completely hold your attention or emotions Jealousy grabbed him by the throat and destroyed his marriage.

Usage notes: also used in the forms take you by the throat or hold you by the throat: This is an adventure that takes you by the throat and doesn't let you go until the end of the film.

See also: grab, throat

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