choking
Americanadjective
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(of the voice) husky and strained, especially because of emotion.
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causing the feeling of being choked.
a choking cloud of smoke.
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Ex-Celtic forward Chris Sutton shared similar sentiments: "They have spent a fortune this season, so there will be questions asked. This isn't a one-off, Rangers choking."
From BBC • May 5, 2026
The war in Iran is driving up prices by effectively choking off shipments from the Persian Gulf countries, which supply about one-fifth of the aluminum consumed in the U.S.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 4, 2026
The Iran war has disrupted the global fertilizer market, choking off the Strait of Hormuz and raising nitrogen prices 30% to 50%.
From Barron's • May 1, 2026
Ultimately, the goal is growth that is less dependent on leverage combined with regulation that restrains excess without choking activity.
From MarketWatch • Apr. 8, 2026
"It ain't my fault," I said, my voice choking up in the back of my throat.
From "Miracle's Boys" by Jacqueline Woodson
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