choked
Britishadjective
Example Sentences
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But their interests quickly diverged after Iran shut the Strait of Hormuz and choked off oil and gas supplies.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 15, 2026
I tear up every time I talk about it; I’m getting choked up just writing about it.
From Slate • Jun. 14, 2026
"People are saying there is no reason Canada cannot top this group, especially after Italy choked," says Johal.
From BBC • Jun. 12, 2026
Within days, Topanga Creek was choked with mud.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026
I spent the rest of the day in bed, racked by chills and cramping muscles, and choked down the leftover potato kugel and beef kishka that Mrs. Brenner kindly brought over for dinner.
From "The City Beautiful" by Aden Polydoros
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