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Stranglehold
1. A grip around the neck of another person that can kill by asphyxiation if held for long enough.
2. Complete or overwhelming control

Example: Some say the Republicans have Obama in a stranglehold, but others think that Obama may be able to outwit them.
Bidding
1. The offering of particular prices for something, esp. at an auction.
2. The offers made in such a situation.

Example: The bidding started at $100 dollars.
Exclusivity
1. the quality or state of being exclusive
2. exclusive rights or services.

Example: Some say love without exclusivity is not love at all.
Monopoly
1. The exclusive possession or control of the supply or trade in a commodity or service.
2. The exclusive possession, control, or exercise of something.

Example: Most economists agree that monopolies are terrible for the economy.
Chutzpah
Shameless audacity; impudence.

Example: He had the chutzpah to ask for money when he moved out.
Holder
1. A device or implement for holding something.
2. A person who holds something.

Example: For insurance holders, the plan was no problems; it was those without insurance who would see their lives get even harder.