Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
something-grabs-you-by-the-throat
idiom
/ˈsʌmθɪŋ ɡræbz ju baɪ ðə θroʊt/
Definition
A phrase used to describe a powerful emotional reaction or impact that something has on a person.
Examples
- The movie was so intense that the storyline really grabbed me by the throat.
- Her speech was moving and it grabbed the audience by the throat, leaving many in tears.
- The news of the tragedy grabbed me by the throat, making it hard to breathe for a moment.
Meaning
When something ‘grabs you by the throat’, it means that it captures your attention or feelings intensely, often in a surprising or overwhelming way.
Synonyms
- emotionally impactful
- striking
- gripping
- powerful
