Sentence examples for which can stifle from inspiring English sources

Facial pain, which can stifle the ability to communicate, has the potential to trap sufferers behind a mask-like exterior, rendering them frozen and isolated.

Their figures, not to mention the vast majority of earlier studies, suggest a strong link between growing expectations for deficits and higher rates, which can stifle corporate investment and cripple the housing market.

When we seek perfection, we're less likely to take risks and more likely to procrastinate -- which can stifle creativity and innovation.

Slide the ligature down to about the bottom of the reed and tighten it just enough to hold the reed snugly, but not enough to hold it too much (which can stifle the vibrations of the reed), or to break the ligature.

Every tiny flaw can forever be immortalized on video, which in turn can stifle artists from taking risks, resulting in note-perfect boring performances.

The case has led to a campaign to raise awareness of English libel laws, which critics claim can stifle legitimate and open debate about scientific and health issues.

Connie Mourtoupalas, president for cultural affairs of the National Hellenic Museum in Chicago, understands both the critique of Europe's austerity policies and the ways in which the Greek government's overgrown bureaucracy can stifle economic opportunity.

In this sense, a spot market for natural gas prices may not be favorable as it can stifle long term contracting, hence investments; 3) There is no exclusive end-user market in which natural gas dominates.

"But you can stifle it," he admits.

In a people business, interference can stifle creativity.

It can stifle innovation, because it discourages people from speaking out.