chock
noun
a wedge or block of wood, metal, or the like, for filling in a space, holding an object steady, etc.
chocking
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present participleof chock.present participle
A verb form that is used in progressive verb constructions and may also function as a modifier or a gerund.
Example Sentences
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These range from the inferior to the dangerous, including toxic plastics, chemicals, and small parts that aren't properly attached "that can then pose a chocking hazard".
From BBC ● Aug. 2, 2025
The crowd gave Robinson a long standing ovation as he closed his homily, chocking back tears.
From Washington Post ● Oct. 26, 2018
“I told him that at the time, I can’t fight another battle,” Ammon Bundy recalled, chocking back sobs.
From Seattle Times ● Oct. 4, 2016
“I just want them to be happy,” she said, chocking back tears as her mom looked on.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jan. 24, 2016
All the time I was chocking out: "Pray—pray—, don't speak of it—a—nothing—in truth, you kindly exaggerate—I—" It was young Lord Strepp who brought us out of our embarrassment.
From The O'Ruddy A Romance by Williams, C. D. (Charles D.)
