choking
Example Sentences
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That strait is effectively closed now, choking off a fifth of the world’s LNG supply.
From Barron's
Not that I had much to compare it to, but I couldn’t hear any panicked breathing or choking on air.
From Literature
“I am indeed a lucky guy,” Ford said, choking back tears before ending his speech with a wry, “This is very encouraging.”
From Los Angeles Times
Pediatricians have long warned that tapioca pearls can pose a choking hazard.
From Science Daily
I sat down, buried my face in my arms, and made a lot of choking, sobbing sounds like I was crying.
From Literature
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
