choked
Example Sentences
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Fighting in the Middle East had choked off a big chunk of the world’s fertilizer supply and sent prices for certain fertilizers up 40% from where they were in late February.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 8, 2026
Guthrie choked up as she entered the plaza to cheers during the program’s second hour.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 6, 2026
Clark says he was "really emotional" and his throat choked up on hearing the news that he'd meet the Pope.
From BBC • Apr. 2, 2026
Today, profits are up because supply is choked.
From Barron's • Mar. 27, 2026
Doha choked a little on his words as he could feel the frightened tears he was so desperately suppressing.
From "Finding Junie Kim" by Ellen Oh
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