choke up

Example Sentences

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While at times the show has caused me to choke up slightly, I find myself more so tearful that the magic of my kids’ childhoods is passing by.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 8, 2026

And then he proceeded to choke up onstage when he was presented with a window on Disneyland’s Main Street.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 13, 2023

Colbert said on Wednesday, pretending to choke up.

From New York Times • Jun. 16, 2022

He appeared to choke up when thanking his family for being with him “every step of the way” and expressing gratitude to colleagues for their support through the “toughest of times.”

From Seattle Times • Apr. 14, 2022

I’m glad I didn’t choke up there, ’cause now the whole school’s talking about that assembly.

From "Bronx Masquerade" by Nikki Grimes