Vocabulary Entry

throttling

|noun • verb

noun

The act of restricting or limiting something, often in a context like power or speed.

Example Sentences

"The throttling of the engine helped save fuel."

"Data throttling can occur during peak internet usage times."

"The city implemented throttling measures to manage water usage."

verb

Example Sentences

"The technician decided to throttle the machine to prevent overheating."

"They need to throttle the internet speed for users exceeding their data limit."

"He had to throttle back his expectations to avoid disappointment."