choke back
Example Sentences
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Often appearing to choke back tears, he told his counsel Tony Graham KC he remembered nothing of the accident nor the journey leading up to it.
From BBC • Nov. 11, 2025
But the hardscrabble Molina began to let his emotions show, even appearing to choke back tears while describing the past 19 years.
From Seattle Times • Oct. 9, 2022
But when an activist wins board seats, companies have to choke back their dissatisfaction and accept their new directors.
From New York Times • Jun. 23, 2021
Peden tells her mother’s story in a breathless rush, stopping only to choke back tears.
From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 9, 2018
Then I choke back my tears and laugh.
From "Thirteen Reasons Why" by Jay Asher
