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choker

[choh-ker] / ˈtʃoʊ kər /






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“I love the colors. It even has my choker — I wear a choker when I run a lot. It has the little, fine details, so I think that was really cool.”

From Los Angeles Times May 4, 2026

Barbie star Robbie, who stars as Cathy, dazzled fans on Thursday turning up in a striking, corseted Gothic gown with a matching choker.

From BBC Feb. 5, 2026

The pieces are instantly recognizable as hers: hand-laced rivets holding together a bustier in the shape of a broken heart, the way one of her spiked choker handbags seems to defy gravity.

From Los Angeles Times Sep. 10, 2024

It began with an understated yet powerful beige trench, worn with the large collar draping over a bare torso and complemented by a raw pearl double choker reminiscent of teeth that added a subtle bite.

From Seattle Times Jan. 22, 2024

A diamond choker sparkles on the red satin lining.

From "Water for Elephants" by Sara Gruen

The Proteas in June 2025 beat Australia in the World Test Championship final to win their first major International Cricket Council trophy and shrug off their "chokers" tag.

From Barron's Feb. 8, 2026

On the recent post-season tour of Asia, Amorim accused his players of being "chokers" after their shock defeat by a South-East Asia select XI.

From BBC May 31, 2025

From Vivienne Westwood “SEX” chokers to John Galliano-era Dior logo rings, the list in this vintage archive goes on, and it goes deep.

From Los Angeles Times May 1, 2024

The accessories — from contemporary neck chokers to sometimes-bejeweled leg bands that one might associate with armor — added layers of intrigue.

From Seattle Times Sep. 26, 2023

But the next morning Pearl came out wearing one of Lexie’s chokers, which looked like a gash of black lace around her neck.

From "Little Fires Everywhere" by Celeste Ng




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