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.
Other Word Forms
- chokingly adverb
Etymology
Origin of choking
Example Sentences
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His voice sounded strange, as though he were choking.
From Literature
The second they broke the surface, Chase took a deep breath of air and started choking.
From Literature
A popular French bakery brand has issued a recall of some chocolate-and-hazelnut-filled brioches over concerns they may pose a choking hazard.
From BBC
I sank and was hauled out choking again.
From Literature
Underwater, he screamed; and then he was above the surface, and choking, and calling Mal’s name.
From Literature
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