choking

Example Sentences

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Her first symptom was choking “badly” on some water in December 2024, then she had migraines and problems swallowing pills.

From Los Angeles Times • May 20, 2026

On the other hand, hiking more aggressively to control costs and protect the yen and comes at the risk of choking off economic growth.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 19, 2026

The combination could let Warsh shrink the Fed’s footprint without choking off the economy.

From Barron's • May 6, 2026

"I'm sorry to have let people down," he says, choking back tears.

From BBC • May 3, 2026

The scent of sulfur became acrid and choking.

From "The City Beautiful" by Aden Polydoros