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Synonyms for gag

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noun · a humorous anecdote or remark intended to provoke laughter

“he told a very funny joke”

noun · restraint put into a person's mouth to prevent speaking or shouting
verb · prevent from speaking out

“The press was gagged”

verb · be too tight; rub or press

“This neckband is choking the cat”

verb · tie a gag around someone's mouth in order to silence them

“The burglars gagged the home owner and tied him to a chair”

verb · make jokes or quips

“The students were gagging during dinner”

verb · struggle for breath; have insufficient oxygen intake

“he swallowed a fishbone and gagged”

verb · cause to retch or choke
verb · make an unsuccessful effort to vomit; strain to vomit