choke

Example Sentences

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Opening the Strait of Hormuz, the geographic choke point through which 20% of the world's oil export travels, is a "simple military manoeuvre", but for now only Iranian-approved ships are transiting the waters.

From BBC • Mar. 21, 2026

“My dad was a very big supporter of my music. ... I remember the last show where he saw me … I’m gonna choke up,” she says, choking up slightly.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 19, 2026

The route avoids contested waterways and maritime choke points.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 13, 2026

That’s the amount that normally transits the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world’s most critical maritime choke points for crude.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 10, 2026

“Suit yourself,” he manages to choke out before he starts to cough.

From "The Cruel Prince" by Holly Black