What is "asphyxiating"

Usage examples of "asphyxiating".

The third type consists of lachrymal, or tear-producing, gas, which is used in the same way as the asphyxiating, but its effects are not fatal, merely putting a man out of action for a few hours.

It is really, however, the most efficacious of the three types, as it does not evaporate as readily as the asphyxiating gas.

The method of systematic lying has been shown to the life in connection with the use of asphyxiating gas.

These suits are provided with a face-plate and visor and their own personal air supply, thus sealing the user off from super-heated air or asphyxiating volcanic dust.

Lee knew that there was a grave danger of her asphyxiating before his very eyes.