throat
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She had gone back to the raisin fields days after she was exposed, even though her throat was sore and she was coughing, because she needed the money.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 24, 2026
Because terrible things often seem quite absurd until they have you by the throat.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 11, 2026
Singer Jon Bon Jovi has been reported to be visibly emotional on stage after recovering from throat surgery, which threatened his career in 2022.
From BBC ● Sep. 11, 2026
As Sauer traversed the peaks and valleys of the pile, wind blew ash into his eyes and throat.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 10, 2026
My chest seizes, air knots in my throat.
From "Red Flags and Butterflies" by Sheryl Azzam
In interviews, dozens of farmworkers reported suffering from nausea, burning eyes or irritated throats due to chemical-laced fields.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 24, 2026
“Forcing our religion down their throats is not love. It’s why I’ve fought so hard for that sacred separation in our First Amendment,” he said.
From Salon ● Aug. 14, 2026
They’re already at each other’s throats with HOA-style grievances.
From The Wall Street Journal ● May 28, 2026
Their tiny hairs contain toxins that may lead to itchy skin rashes, sore throats, breathing difficulties and eye irritation if touched or inhaled.
From BBC ● May 28, 2026
We sat talking on the wrecked ship until the moon got low and the water lapped at our throats and Emma began to shiver.
From "Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children" by Ransom Riggs
