What does asphyxiation mean?
The state of being unable to breathe, often due to obstruction of the airway or lack of oxygen. This can be caused by various factors, including choking, drowning, or being in a confined space with inadequate ventilation.
Example
"The hikers suffered asphyxiation after becoming trapped in the cave with no air to breathe."
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