chokes
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of chokes
Example Sentences
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Technology has fallen, cities have gone dark and fear has united humanity as the world chokes on its dying gasp.
From Salon • Dec. 21, 2025
In a typical scene, Miss Holland, played by Van der Velden with milkmaid braids and hairy armpits, chokes on the aerosol of a spray tan.
From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 6, 2025
Each winter, thick smog chokes Delhi and its 30 million residents.
From Barron's • Nov. 2, 2025
Although some of the plastic is recycled in these nations, much of it is incinerated or placed in landfills, where it chokes rivers and flows into the ocean.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 26, 2025
“She told me that if she didn’t survive, I should tell you . . .” Caleb chokes, then pulls himself up straight, fighting off tears.
From "Allegiant" by Veronica Roth
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