choke back
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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 his impact throughout life was profound to those who knew him well, and they invariably choke back tears when talking about him.
From Los Angeles Times ● Mar. 8, 2022
“It is my honor to accept,” he said on Dec. 2 at the University of New Hampshire, his voice trembling as he tried to choke back tears.
From Seattle Times ● Dec. 11, 2020
“That incident left me totally disillusioned,” she said, pausing to choke back tears.
From New York Times ● Aug. 18, 2020
Grandpa bit his lip and stared at the floor, obviously trying to choke back a laugh.
From "Fablehaven" by Brandon Mull
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