chokes
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of chokes
Example Sentences
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The flea-sized psyllid bites the leaves and transmits the disease, which slowly chokes out the tree’s vascular system from the inside, taking years to finally show itself.
From Slate • Apr. 20, 2026
Though the way he chokes up rewatching the game, you’d forgive him almost anything.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 30, 2026
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
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
Then John caught Ma’s eye, their smiles faded, and he said, “I miss her till it chokes me.”
From "Worth" by A. LaFaye
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