choke up

Example Sentences

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While at times the show has caused me to choke up slightly, I find myself more so tearful that the magic of my kids’ childhoods is passing by.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 8, 2026

Mr Johnson said he believed he and his government "got some things wrong" and appeared to choke up when he described 2020 as a "tragic, tragic year".

From BBC • Dec. 6, 2023

Of the tribute from Mr. Boehner, who is known to choke up publicly in big moments, she joked, “I would have been a little disappointed if he didn’t get emotional.”

From New York Times • Dec. 14, 2022

He appeared to choke up when thanking his family for being with him “every step of the way” and expressing gratitude to colleagues for their support through the “toughest of times.”

From Seattle Times • Apr. 14, 2022

Least till the thought of even passing by one isn't enough to make me choke up and start bawling about Mama.

From "Miracle's Boys" by Jacqueline Woodson