choked up

Example Sentences

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“And then he choked up, sort of like I did a few minutes ago. He couldn’t get the words out. And everyone was completely spellbound.”

From Slate • May 1, 2026

McEntire was choked up and said she could feel and hear Carter’s emotion while he sang.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 27, 2026

Mexican Secretary of Defense Ricardo Trevilla Trejo choked up at a Monday press conference in Mexico City as he paid homage to the 25 Mexican National Guardsmen who lost their lives on Sunday.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 23, 2026

When Lucas told Marrero her plan, he became "choked up", she said.

From BBC • Jan. 10, 2026

“Jake?” said his mom, sounding kind of choked up.

From "The Smartest Kid in the Universe" by Chris Grabenstein