choke

Example Sentences

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The effective closure of the Strait of Hormuz —a vital maritime choke point—has boosted energy prices.

From Barron's • Mar. 27, 2026

Opening the Strait of Hormuz, the geographic choke point through which 20% of the world's oil export travels, is a "simple military manoeuvre", but for now only Iranian-approved ships are transiting the waters.

From BBC • Mar. 21, 2026

“My dad was a very big supporter of my music. ... I remember the last show where he saw me … I’m gonna choke up,” she says, choking up slightly.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 19, 2026

After his two homer-performance against Brazil on Saturday, outfielder Dante Nori revealed that he doesn’t even like coffee—an admission that would cause any self-respecting Italian to choke on his biscotto.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 13, 2026

Turning the switch key, I pulled out the choke as Papa motioned big Loomis to turn the crank.

From "Cold Sassy Tree" by Olive Ann Burns