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

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

From Barron's • May 6, 2026

The war in Iran is driving up prices by effectively choking off shipments from the Persian Gulf countries, which supply about one-fifth of the aluminum consumed in the U.S.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 4, 2026

Ultimately, the goal is growth that is less dependent on leverage combined with regulation that restrains excess without choking activity.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 8, 2026

The scent of sulfur became acrid and choking.

From "The City Beautiful" by Aden Polydoros